Recalls / 2001-09-12

CPSC, Hunter's View Ltd. Announce Recall of Hunting Treestands

01229 · Recalled 2001-09-12 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled tree stands weigh between 16 and 22 lbs., are made of aluminum and steel, and have a platform and padded seat cushion. The stands are attached to a tree and provide hunters with an elevated view of potential game. The models involved in the recall are the HVTS-100 Wildcat, HVTS-101 Wildcat with camo seat, HVTS-102 Wildcat Comfort Zone, HVTS-104 Wildcat Swivel Seat, HVTS-300 Big Daddy, HVTS-302 Big Daddy Comfort Zone, HVTS-400 Big Horn Ram, HVTS-402 Hoot Owl, HVTS-500 Timber Ghost, HVATS-3000 Big Daddy Lite, and HVATS-4020 Comfort Zone Swivel Seat. A yellow label on the tree stand reads, "Hunter's View Ltd., 1-888-878-0440."

Hazards

The cables on these stands can break, causing the treestand to fall to the ground, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Hunter's View has not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Remedy

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Hunter's View Tree Stand		About 30,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Hunter's View Ltd.
Sold at: Hunting, sporting goods stores, catalogs nationwide, sold the treestands, from March 2001 through August 2001, for, $150.

Consumer contact

The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).

Source: CPSC recall 01229. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.