CPSC recall · Reported June 3, 2014
Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
The crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders.
Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery, of Sparta, Wis. recalled This recall involves Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located beh….
Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly was recalled by Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery, of Sparta, Wis. in June 3, 2014. Reason: The crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to a Missi…. Verify recall #14197 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery, of Sparta, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-The crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the ….
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- June 3, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14197 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 Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located behind the trigger at rear of scope mount, models MXB 320, MXB Dagger, MXB 400 and MXB 360; and serial numbers ranging from XB04879 to XB16555. The crossbows were sold in black, lost camo AT (a three-color camouflage pattern with light brown, dark brown, dark green), white camo and pink camo pattern. The crossbows measure between 29 and 35 inches long and were available individually or as part of a package that included a black scope, quiver, three bolts and a rope cocking aid. Mission by Mathews is engraved on the left rear side of the crossbow's rail. The serial number is located on the underside of the rail directly behind the safety. Mission and the model name are printed on each limb.
Reason for recall
The crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to a Mission Archery authorized dealer for a free repair, or contact Mission Archery for instructions on shipping the product directly to them for a free repair, including shipping.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14197 |
| Date reported | June 3, 2014 |
| Date initiated | June 3, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery, of Sparta, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 9,500 |
| 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 return them to a Mission Archery authorized dealer for a free …
- Check the recall number (14197) 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.
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