CPSC recall · Reported May 14, 2008
Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA
The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.
DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany recalled The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol. The air pistols, which are used for tar….
Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA was recalled by DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany in May 14, 2008. Reason: The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and p…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA t…. Verify recall #08265 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany issued this CPSC recall-The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and p….
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- agency class
- May 14, 2008
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08265 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.
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Product description
The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol. The air pistols, which are used for target and recreational shooting, use spring air to fire pellets. The air pistols are black and measure 17 ¾ x 6 inches. "RWS Diana P5 Magnum" is printed on the top of the air pistol. Serial numbers 03316930 through 03344312 are included in this recall and are stamped on the left side of the air pistol's barrel.
Reason for recall
The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08265 |
| Date reported | May 14, 2008 |
| Date initiated | May 14, 2008 |
| Recalling firm | DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany |
| Affected scope | About 5,000 |
| 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.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the …
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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
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