CPSC recall · Reported November 12, 2009
Treestands Recalled by Gander Mountain Company Due to Fall Hazard
The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
StrongBuilt, of Waterproof, La. recalled Gander Mountain is recalling the 2008 model GMT101 and 2008 model GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Po….
Treestands Recalled by Gander Mountain Company Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by StrongBuilt, of Waterproof, La. in November 12, 2009. Reason: The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander…. Verify recall #10036 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
StrongBuilt, of Waterproof, La. issued this CPSC recall-The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall ….
- None
- agency class
- November 12, 2009
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10036 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
Gander Mountain is recalling the 2008 model GMT101 and 2008 model GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands. The recalled treestands have wire mesh on the base of the platform to the top of the footrest and a Gander Mountain logo on the front of the seat. In addition, the seat has a camouflage pattern that is branded "AP" and "REALTREE". Model GMT101 has "Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest" printed in large bold print on the exterior of the box and the GMT103 has "Large Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest" printed on the exterior of the box. This recall does not affect the 2009 year models GMT101 and GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands manufactured by Rivers Edge.
Reason for recall
The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2009 model or a store credit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10036 |
| Date reported | November 12, 2009 |
| Date initiated | November 12, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | StrongBuilt, of Waterproof, La. |
| Affected scope | About 13,000 |
| 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 treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2…
- Check the recall number (10036) 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
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