Recalls / 2014-04-16

GunBox Recalls Gun Storage Boxes Due to Lock Failure (Recall Alert)

14730 · Recalled 2014-04-16 · CPSC page

Description

The GunBox™ is an aluminum, square, clam-shaped case with an RFID scanner with a T-shaped logo on the top center of the box and two USB ports for charging devices. The "RF+Biometric" and "Premier" model boxes include a square fingerprint scanner below the RFID scanner on the top of the box that holds multiple fingerprints. The "Premier" model includes a GPS locator. All of the GunBoxes were sold with RFID wristbands that allow the user to wave their hand above the box to unlock. The recall includes version 01 of The GunBox™ RF, (model GBRF1.0); RF+Biometric, (Model GBBIO1.0); and the Premier, (model GBPREM1.0). The model number and "The GunBox™" are printed on a label on the bottom of the units.

Hazards

The GunBox storage box locking mechanism can open if dropped, allowing access to the gun stored inside.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should contact The GunBox for instructions on returning their gun box for a free replacement locking mechanism. The GunBox LLC is contacting its customers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
The GunBox™ Gun Storage Boxes		About 1,000

Parties

Manufacturer: The GunBox LLC
Made in: United States
Sold at: www.thegunbox.com, $475.

Consumer contact

The GunBox LLC toll-free at (866)764-0009 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.thegunbox.com and click on "Update Now Available for Version 1 of the Gunbox" at the bottom of the page for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 14730. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.