CPSC recall · Reported December 11, 2017
Ravin Crossbows Recalls Arrow Nocks Due to Injury Hazard
If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is pulled and can result in the bow discharging while re-nocking of the ar…
Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis. recalled This recall involves all white plastic molded clip-on nocks used in arrows for Ravin bran….
Ravin Crossbows Recalls Arrow Nocks Due to Injury Hazard was recalled by Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis. in December 11, 2017. Reason: If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is p…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled arrow nocks and contact Ravin® Cross…. Verify recall #18057 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is p….
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- December 11, 2017
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18057 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 all white plastic molded clip-on nocks used in arrows for Ravin brand crossbows. The white arrow nocks were sold separately in a package of 12 and as original equipment with Ravin crossbows and Ravin arrows. The white nocks measure about 0.9 inches long.
Reason for recall
If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is pulled and can result in the bow discharging while re-nocking of the arrow, posing an injury hazard to users.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled arrow nocks and contact Ravin® Crossbows for free replacement nocks.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18057 |
| Date reported | December 11, 2017 |
| Date initiated | December 11, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 220,000 nocks (In addition, about 3,600 nocks were sold in Canada) |
| 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 arrow nocks and contact Ravin® Crossbows for free replacement nocks.
- Check the recall number (18057) 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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