Bear Archery Recalls Compound Crossbows Due to Faulty Trigger Mechanisms
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows
Date of Recall
2006-07-14CPSC Release Number
06-213Manufactured In
United StatesCompany Phone Number
(800) 467-1397Units
About 2,000Manufacturer
Bear Archery, of Gainesville, Fla.Sold By
Hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from July 2004 through January 2006 for between $300 and $800.Problem/Hazard
The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows:- Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340
- Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350
- Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325
- Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301
- Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300.
Remedy
Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.Consumer Contact
For more information, contact Bear Archery Customer Service Department at (800) 467-1397 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at [email protected]Recall Comments
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