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Harbor Freight Tools Recalls Handgun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard

Reported: August 9, 2018 Initiated: August 9, 2018 #18203

Product Description

This recall involves two models of 0.17 cubic foot capacity electronic handgun safes sold under two different brand names, Union Safe Company and Bunker Hill Security. The recalled safes are dark gray and the SKU number is printed on a permanent label on the door. The brand is printed on the permanent label on the door and molded into the combination touch-pad panel. Brand SKU Union Safe Company 62984 Bunker Hill Security 61581

Reason for Recall

The handgun safes can open without the use of a key or combination upon impact and allow unintended access to the contents of the safe, posing a risk of serious injury to children and others.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handgun safes, secure the handguns to keep them away from children and return the safes to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a full refund of the purchase price in the form of a Harbor Freight Tools gift card.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves two models of 0.17 cubic foot capacity electronic handgun safes sold under two different brand names, Union Safe Company and Bunker Hill Security. The recalled safes are dark gray and the SKU number is printed on a permanent label on the door. The brand is printed on the permanent label on the door and molded into the combination touch-pad panel. Brand SKU Union Safe Company 62984 Bunker Hill Security 61581. Recalled by Harbor Freight Tools, of Calabasas, Calif.. Units affected: About 25,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The handgun safes can open without the use of a key or combination upon impact and allow unintended access to the contents of the safe, posing a risk of serious injury to children and others.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handgun safes, secure the handguns to keep them away from children and return the safes to any Harbor Freight Tools location for a full refund of the purchase price in the form of a Harbor Freight Tools gift card.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 9, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18203.