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CPSC recall · Reported November 10, 2004

CPSC, Stack-On Products Co., Inc. Announce Recall of Stack-On Strong Box Safes

These safes can be opened without the use of a combination by jiggling with the door knob. This could allow unauthorized access to a handgun and the potential for serious injury.

Recall #
05509
Affected scope
1,320
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The CPSC recalled The recalled safes weigh about 14 pounds and contain an electronic keypad lock and are gr….

CPSC, Stack-On Products Co., Inc. Announce Recall of Stack-On Strong Box Safes was recalled and listed by the CPSC in November 10, 2004. Reason: These safes can be opened without the use of a combination by jiggling with the door knob. This could allow u…. Remedy: Consumers can return their drawer safe to the place of purchase for a refund or contact S…. Verify recall #05509 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-These safes can be opened without the use of a combination by jiggling with the door knob. This could allow u….

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agency class
1K units
affected scope
November 10, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05509 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above 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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Product description

The recalled safes weigh about 14 pounds and contain an electronic keypad lock and are gray in color. They were sold with four AA batteries.

Reason for recall

These safes can be opened without the use of a combination by jiggling with the door knob. This could allow unauthorized access to a handgun and the potential for serious injury.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers can return their drawer safe to the place of purchase for a refund or contact Stack-On Products Customer Service at 800-323-9601 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 05509
Date reported November 10, 2004
Date initiated November 10, 2004
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope 1,320
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

1,320 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 can return their drawer safe to the place of purchase for a refund or contact Stack-On Products Customer Service at 800…

  • Check the recall number (05509) 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 recalled safes weigh about 14 pounds and contain an electronic keypad lock and are gray in color. They were sold with four AA batteries.. Units affected: 1,320.
Why was this product recalled?
These safes can be opened without the use of a combination by jiggling with the door knob. This could allow unauthorized access to a handgun and the potential for serious injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers can return their drawer safe to the place of purchase for a refund or contact Stack-On Products Customer Service at 800-323-9601 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 10, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05509.
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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