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Big Game Treestands Recalls 2021 The Captain Hang-on Treestands Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Reported: December 22, 2021 Initiated: December 22, 2021 #22034

Product Description

This recall involves a certain batch of Big Game Treestands 2021 model year The Captain Hang-on Treestands, model BGM-FP0050 with serial/batch number 2M-0121 only. This is a Hang-on style treestand used to hunt from elevation. It is black in color with a flip back seat imprinted with the name "Big Game Treestands" and a foot rest. The model is identified on the product box and in the product instruction manual. Serial/Batch number "2M-0121" is located on a metal plate riveted to the frame support.

Reason for Recall

The crimps of the plastic-coated cables can slip during use causing the standing platform to release, posing fall and injury hazards to users.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and contact Big Game Treestands to receive either replacement cables or to return the treestand for a full refund. Big Game Treestands is contacting all known consumers directly. To receive replacement cables, the company will set up pick-up of the original cables and delivery of the replacement cables to the consumers address. If a full refund is requested, the consumer will be asked to mail back the entire treestand using a pre-paid label at no cost to the consumer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a certain batch of Big Game Treestands 2021 model year The Captain Hang-on Treestands, model BGM-FP0050 with serial/batch number 2M-0121 only. This is a Hang-on style treestand used to hunt from elevation. It is black in color with a flip back seat imprinted with the name "Big Game Treestands" and a foot rest. The model is identified on the product box and in the product instruction manual. Serial/Batch number "2M-0121" is located on a metal plate riveted to the frame support.. Recalled by Big GameTreestands, of Irving, Texas. Units affected: About 1,030.
Why was this product recalled?
The crimps of the plastic-coated cables can slip during use causing the standing platform to release, posing fall and injury hazards to users.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and contact Big Game Treestands to receive either replacement cables or to return the treestand for a full refund. Big Game Treestands is contacting all known consumers directly. To receive replacement cables, the company will set up pick-up of the original cables and delivery of the replacement cables to the consumers address. If a full refund is requested, the consumer will be asked to mail back the entire treestand using a pre-paid label at no cost to the consumer.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 22, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 22034.