Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA
Recall 08265 · May 14, 2008 · DianaWerk GmbH & Co.
5,000
units affected
5,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 08265
- Date
- May 14, 2008
- Company
- DianaWerk GmbH & Co.
- Units affected
- 5,000
- Product
- Air Pistols
- Product type
- Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol. The air pistols, which are used for target and recreational shooting, use spring air to fire pellets. The air pistols are black and measure 17 ¾ x 6 inches. "RWS Diana P5 Magnum" is printed on the top of the air pistol. Serial numbers 03316930 through 03344312 are included in this recall and are stamped on the left side of the air pistol's barrel.
What can happen
The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Umarex USA has received one report of an injury involving the recalled air pistols. The pistol reportedly fired a pellet unexpectedly and struck the user in the lower leg causing swelling.
- Sold at
- Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $250.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled air pistols?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.
What is the hazard?
The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.