Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Collapse Hazard
Recall 06167 · May 18, 2006 · Primal Vantage Company Inc.
6,700
units affected
6,700
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06167
- Date
- May 18, 2006
- Company
- Primal Vantage Company Inc.
- Units affected
- 6,700
- Product
- Ameristep Patriot and Outfitter Hang-on Tree Stands
- Product type
- Hunting Accessories
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
The recall involves two models of tree stands: the Ameristep Patriot Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7300, and the Outfitter Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7310. These products are fixed-position, strap-on tree stands. The UPC number of the model 7300 is 769524703001. The UPC number of model 7310 is 769524703100. The model number and UPC are not written on the tree stands, but can be found on the packaging.
What can happen
The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.
The fix
Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit, consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap, along with instructions for installation.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Primal Vantage Company Inc. has received three reports of j-hook failures. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Hunting and outdoor stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from April 2004 through December 2005 for between $130 and $150.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ameristep patriot and outfitter hang-on tree stands?
Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit, consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap, along with instructions for installation.
What is the hazard?
The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.
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.