CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2009-02-24

Air Venturi Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard

09723 · Recalled 2009-02-24 · CPSC page

Recalled Air Rifles
Recalled Air Rifles

Description

This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air.

Hazards

The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.

Products

NameModelUnits
Air Venturi Air RiflesAbout 50

Parties

Manufacturer
Sam Yang Precision Industrial
Distributor
Air Venturi, of Bedford Heights, Ohio
Made in
South Korea
Sold at
Air Venturi, Pyramyd Air, Airgun Depot, Cobra Airguns

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com

Source: CPSC recall 09723. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.