Recalls / 2015-08-27

Tippmann Sports Recalls Paintball Markers Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

15750 · Recalled 2015-08-27 · CPSC page

Tippmann .50 caliber FT-12 rental marker

Description

This recall involves rental versions of Tippmann model FT-12 .50 caliber and 0.68-inch caliber paintball markers. The markers are made of metal and are black. They have a round front grip and a rear grip with yellow inserts. With the barrel attached, the markers are about 20 inches long. The left side of the upper receiver has "Tippmann" molded into the front and a silver, metal name plate with "Rental" riveted to the center. Serial numbers on recalled markers are from 86941 to 108040. The serial number is etched onto the bottom rear of the marker just below the rear hinge.

Hazards

Trigger safety can fail and allow paintballs to fire unexpectedly, posing an impact hazard.

Reported injuries

Tippmann has received reports of three incidents in which the trigger safety failed to perform properly. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paintball markers and contact Tippman for a free repair kit or to arrange to ship the affected marker to Tippmann for repair at no cost. Tippman is contacting its customers directly.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Paintball Markers (Guns)		About 6,500

Parties

Importer: Tippmann Sports LLC, of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Made in: China
Sold at: This product is not sold through retail outlets. This product was sold, paintball fields as a rental marker for use by customers.

Consumer contact

Tippmann Sports Service Department at 800-533-4831 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tippman.com and click on the "Recall" icon at the top of the page for more information.

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Tippmann .68 caliber FT-12 rental marker

Source: CPSC recall 15750. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.