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CPSC recall · Reported September 10, 2019

Air Rifles Recalled by DIANA Can Unexpectedly Discharge; Risk of Serious Injury and Death

The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury or death.

Recall #
19203
Affected scope
About 1,400
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Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China recalled This recall involves the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 Air Rifle with 2-stage adjustable trigger… - a moderate-severity action.

Air Rifles Recalled by DIANA Can Unexpectedly Discharge; Risk of Serious Injury and Death was recalled by Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China in September 10, 2019. Reason: The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury o…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifles and contact…. Verify recall #19203 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury o….

Moderate
severity level
September 10, 2019
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #19203 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #19203) was formally reported on September 10, 2019. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,400.

The documented reason for this recall is: The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury or death. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifles and contact Air Venturi to receive a free Trigger Upgrade repair kit and installation instructions. The repair is made by… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,400

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 Air Rifle with 2-stage adjustable trigger. The recalled products are .177 and .22 caliber, pre-charged pneumatic air rifles that are powered by a compressed air cylinder. "DIANA Stormrider" as well as the caliber and serial number are printed on each affected air rifle. Air rifles with the following item and serial numbers are included in the recall: Recalled DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 Air Rifles Item Numbers 1900001 & 1900101 Serial Numbers 2318220145032949E - 2318229955034368E 2318229955075924I - 2318229955076323I

Reason for recall

The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury or death.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifles and contact Air Venturi to receive a free Trigger Upgrade repair kit and installation instructions. The repair is made by removing the trigger guard, replacing the current trigger with a new trigger and re-installing the trigger guard using the Allen Keys provided in the Upgrade repair kit. DIANA and its importer, AIR VENTURI, are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 19203
Date reported September 10, 2019
Date initiated September 10, 2019
Recalling firm Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China
Affected scope About 1,400
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 DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifles and contact Air Venturi to receive a free Trigger U…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 Air Rifle with 2-stage adjustable trigger. The recalled products are .177 and .22 caliber, pre-charged pneumatic air rifles that are powered by a compressed air cylinder. "DIANA Stormrider" as well as the caliber and serial number are printed on each affected air rifle. Air rifles with the following item and serial numbers are included in the recall: Recalled DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 Air Rifles Item Numbers 1900001 & 1900101 Serial Numbers 2318220145032949E - 2318229955034368E 2318229955075924I - 2318229955076323I. Recalled by Shaoxing Snowpeak Air Gun Factory, of China. Units affected: About 1,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The air rifle can unexpectedly discharge even if the safety is engaged. This can result in a serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the DIANA Stormrider Gen 2 air rifles and contact Air Venturi to receive a free Trigger Upgrade repair kit and installation instructions. The repair is made by removing the trigger guard, replacing the current trigger with a new trigger and re-installing the trigger guard using the Allen Keys provided in the Upgrade repair kit. DIANA and its importer, AIR VENTURI, are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 10, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19203.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (19203) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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