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Tippmann Sports Recalls Paintball Markers Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: August 27, 2015 Initiated: August 27, 2015 #15750

Product Description

This recall involves rental versions of Tippmann model FT-12 .50 caliber and 0.68-inch caliber paintball markers. The markers are made of metal and are black. They have a round front grip and a rear grip with yellow inserts. With the barrel attached, the markers are about 20 inches long. The left side of the upper receiver has "Tippmann" molded into the front and a silver, metal name plate with "Rental" riveted to the center. Serial numbers on recalled markers are from 86941 to 108040. The serial number is etched onto the bottom rear of the marker just below the rear hinge.

Reason for Recall

Trigger safety can fail and allow paintballs to fire unexpectedly, posing an impact hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paintball markers and contact Tippman for a free repair kit or to arrange to ship the affected marker to Tippmann for repair at no cost. Tippman is contacting its customers directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 6,500

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves rental versions of Tippmann model FT-12 .50 caliber and 0.68-inch caliber paintball markers. The markers are made of metal and are black. They have a round front grip and a rear grip with yellow inserts. With the barrel attached, the markers are about 20 inches long. The left side of the upper receiver has "Tippmann" molded into the front and a silver, metal name plate with "Rental" riveted to the center. Serial numbers on recalled markers are from 86941 to 108040. The serial number is etched onto the bottom rear of the marker just below the rear hinge.. Units affected: About 6,500.
Why was this product recalled?
Trigger safety can fail and allow paintballs to fire unexpectedly, posing an impact hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paintball markers and contact Tippman for a free repair kit or to arrange to ship the affected marker to Tippmann for repair at no cost. Tippman is contacting its customers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 27, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15750.