CPSC recall · Reported December 5, 2024
Academy Sports + Outdoors Recalls Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death
The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves Academy Sports + Outdoors Redfield 12-Gun and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes….
Academy Sports + Outdoors Recalls Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes Due to Serious … was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 5, 2024. Reason: The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes and r…. Verify recall #25060 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, ….
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- December 5, 2024
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #25060 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 Academy Sports + Outdoors Redfield 12-Gun and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes. The 12-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179498 and 18-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179499. "Redfield" is printed on the front door above the number pad. The model name and serial number are located on a red label at the bottom right corner of the safe door. The dark gray steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The 12-gun safe measures 53 inches high by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep, and the 18-gun safe measures 55 inches high by 18 inches wide by 18 inches deep. Model Affected Serial Numbers Redfield 12-Gun Fireproof Safe G02BXXXXXXXXXX G03BXXXXXXXXXX Redfield 18-Gun Fireproof Safe G10AXXXXXXXXXX G11AXXXXXXXXXX G12AXXXXXXXXXX G01BXXXXXXXXXX G02BXXXXXXXXXX G03BXXXXXXXXXX
Reason for recall
The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes and return them to any Academy Sports + Outdoors store for a free replacement or a refund. Consumers can also contact Academy's Customer Care to arrange for a replacement or refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 25060 |
| Date reported | December 5, 2024 |
| Date initiated | December 5, 2024 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 6,100 |
| 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 Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes and return them to any Academy Sports + Outdo…
- Check the recall number (25060) 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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