CPSC recall · Reported February 12, 2013
Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. In addition, the …
The CPSC recalled This recall involves "The Siege" hunting crossbows with model numbers 315, 330, 355 and 3….
Bohning Recalls Hunting Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly was recalled and listed by the CPSC in February 12, 2013. Reason: The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled,…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Bohning to ret…. Verify recall #13724 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled,….
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- agency class
- February 12, 2013
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13724 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
This recall involves "The Siege" hunting crossbows with model numbers 315, 330, 355 and 375. "The Siege" and the model numbers are printed in large lettering directly above the trigger mechanism. "Bohning/Middleton Crossbow," "Patent pending" and serial number are engraved on opposite sides of the rear barrel of each crossbow. The serial number, 12-XXX, is unique for each crossbow. The crossbows measure 36 to 39 inches in length, are camouflage/black in color and have a scope mounted on the top. The crossbows were sold with a scope, arrow quiver, quiver brackets, cocking aid and a string changer.
Reason for recall
The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the auto-safety mechanism appears to be on and the trigger is pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. In addition, the crossbow limbs can crack or break under normal use.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Bohning to return the crossbows for a full refund. Bohning is contacting customers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13724 |
| Date reported | February 12, 2013 |
| Date initiated | February 12, 2013 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 150 |
| 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 crossbows and contact Bohning to return the crossbows for a full refund. Boh…
- Check the recall number (13724) 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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