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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… - a moderate-severity action.

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

Moderate
severity level
1K units
affected scope
November 10, 2004
reported

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 CPSC action (record #05509) was formally reported on November 10, 2004. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as 1,320.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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. 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 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. - 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

1,320

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

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 Moderate
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…

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  • 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. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05509.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05509) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported November 10, 2004. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.