Recalls / 2012-04-18
Air Rifles Recalled by Air Venturi Due to Ability to Fire With Safety Switch On
12730 · Recalled 2012-04-18 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Evanix Speed .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles and Evanix Conquest .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles. The rifle is a pre-charged pneumatic air rifle powered by a compressed air cylinder.
Hazards
The safety switch can be overcome by pulling the trigger with force, allowing the rifle to fire, resulting in a serious injury or death.
Reported injuries
Air Venturi has not received any reports of the safety switch being overcome.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided free of charge to the consumer. All identified owners have been contacted.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Evanix Speed and Conquest Air Rifles | About 100 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Meca Evanix
- Distributor
- Air Venturi of Warrensville Heights, Ohio
- Made in
- Korea
- Sold at
- Air Venturi, Pyramyd Air, Top Airgun, Straight Shooters stores, 800.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Air Venturi collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Air Venturi's website at www.airventuri.com
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Source: CPSC recall 12730. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.