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CPSC recall · Reported January 5, 2004

CPSC, Ol' Man Treestands Announce Recall of Hunting Tree Stands

A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.

Recall #
04530
Affected scope
1,775
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Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc. recalled The climbing tree stands included in this recall are the Original Ol' Man Double X with m… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Ol' Man Treestands Announce Recall of Hunting Tree Stands was recalled by Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc. in January 5, 2004. Reason: A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these tree stands with 1903 and 2103 stamping on the blades i…. Verify recall #04530 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to….

Moderate
severity level
2K units
affected scope
January 5, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04530 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04530) was formally reported on January 5, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,775.

The documented reason for this recall is: A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these tree stands with 1903 and 2103 stamping on the blades immediately, and discard or destroy the product. As the company is out of business, a remedy is no longer avail… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

1,775

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The climbing tree stands included in this recall are the Original Ol' Man Double X with model number OMDX-MO, Grand Ol' Man Double X with model number GOMDX-MO, Multi-Vision with model number MV- MO, and Grand Multi-Vision with Model number GMV-MO. All units have Warning labels affixed to the stands varying in weight capacities of 250 lbs. to 350 lbs. The bottom platform of each tree stand has a lot number stamped on the serrated blades that would indicate when it was produced. Only tree stands having the number 1903 or 2103 stamped on the blades of the stand bottom are included in the recall. The stands have a mesh net seat and are painted green.

Reason for recall

A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these tree stands with 1903 and 2103 stamping on the blades immediately, and discard or destroy the product. As the company is out of business, a remedy is no longer available.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 04530
Date reported January 5, 2004
Date initiated January 5, 2004
Recalling firm Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc.
Affected scope 1,775
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

1,775 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these tree stands with 1903 and 2103 stamping on the blades immediately, and discard or destroy the p…

  • Check the recall number (04530) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The climbing tree stands included in this recall are the Original Ol' Man Double X with model number OMDX-MO, Grand Ol' Man Double X with model number GOMDX-MO, Multi-Vision with model number MV- MO, and Grand Multi-Vision with Model number GMV-MO. All units have Warning labels affixed to the stands varying in weight capacities of 250 lbs. to 350 lbs. The bottom platform of each tree stand has a lot number stamped on the serrated blades that would indicate when it was produced. Only tree stands having the number 1903 or 2103 stamped on the blades of the stand bottom are included in the recall. The stands have a mesh net seat and are painted green.. Recalled by Ol' Man Treestands, of Hattiesburg, Miss., a division of L & L Enterprises, Inc.. Units affected: 1,775.
Why was this product recalled?
A serrated blade that supports the stand on a tree can bend, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these tree stands with 1903 and 2103 stamping on the blades immediately, and discard or destroy the product. As the company is out of business, a remedy is no longer available.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 5, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04530.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (04530) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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