Axis Arrows Recalled by Easton Due to Injury Hazard

Easton Axis arrows

Date of Recall

2013-06-19

CPSC Release Number

13-220

Manufactured In

United States

Units

20,700 in the United States and 1,800 in Canada

Manufacturer

Easton Technical Products Inc., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Sold By

Archery specialty stores and Academy Sports, Bass Pro, Cabela's, Gander Mountain and Scheels stores nationwide from February 2013 through May 2013 for about $154 per dozen.

Problem/Hazard

The arrows can break when fired and hit unintended targets, including the user and bystanders.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

Description

This recall involves Easton Axis arrows in four different sizes and batch numbers, including size 300 with batch number 13169686, size 340 with batch number 13170143, size 400 with batch number 13170142 and size 500 with batch number 13169487. The carbon composite arrows are used for hunting and target archery. They are black with green and gray-colored graphics. Axis, Focused Energy, Easton, the size number and the batch number are printed on the arrows.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled arrows immediately and contact Easton to receive free replacement arrows.  

Consumer Contact

Easton Technical Products; toll-free at (888) 380-6234 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.eastonarchery.com and click on Axis Recall for more information or go to www.axisrecall.com.   

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