Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart
Recall 09132 · Feb 18, 2009 · BowTech Archery
8,000
units affected
8,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09132
- Date
- Feb 18, 2009
- Company
- BowTech Archery
- Units affected
- 8,000
- Product
- The General Compound Bows
- Product type
- Hunting Accessories
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves the "The General" compound bows hunting and target models with draw weights of 60 and 70 pounds that do not have a collet (see illustration) in the limb. The bows measure about 31 inches long and have draw lengths of 26-30 inches. Hunting models were sold in camouflage patterns; target models were sold in gray, black, and wood-grain. The bows have laminated wood grips engraved with the word "BowTech" and a label with "The General" on the center pivot point of the bottom limb.
What can happen
The ends of the bow's limbs can unexpectedly break during use and send fragments of the bow in the direction of the user or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received 255 reports of the bow's limbs breaking, including 11 reports of lacerations, abrasions, or contusions when pieces from the breaking bow struck the user.
- Sold at
- Authorized BowTech Dealers nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for about $800.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled the general compound bows?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The ends of the bow's limbs can unexpectedly break during use and send fragments of the bow in the direction of the user or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
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.