Ravin Crossbows Recalls Ravin R500 Series Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard
Recall 24174 · Mar 21, 2024 · Ravin Crossbows
13,300
units affected
13,300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 24174
- Date
- Mar 21, 2024
- Company
- Ravin Crossbows
- Units affected
- 13,300
- Product
- Ravin R500 Model Crossbows
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves eight Ravin R500 models of crossbows. The R500 series crossbows are about 8 inches wide, axle-to-axle un-cocked, and about 28 inches from end to end. All models have a split limb arrangement with cams mounted between the upper and lower limbs. R500 series crossbows were sold in slate gray and camo colors. All the crossbows include a scope, quiver, cocking handle, quiver bracket and 6 arrows. The Ravin logo and model names are on a decal located on both upper limbs. The serial number is on the left side of the rail above the trigger. Product Name Model Ravin R500 R050 Ravin R500 Sniper R051 Ravin R500E R052 Ravin R500E Sniper R053 Ravin R500 XK7 R054 Ravin R500 Sniper XK7 R055 Ravin R500E XK7 R056 Ravin R500E Sniper XK7 R057.
What can happen
If nearly but not fully cocked, the crossbow can discharge unexpectedly while consumers cock or uncock the crossbow, posing an injury hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ravin R500 series crossbows and contact Ravin Crossbows for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received one report of the crossbow unexpectedly discharging. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Ravin, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Dick's Sporting Goods stores and other stores nationwide, and online at www.ravincrossbows.com from September 2021 through October 2023 for between $2,550 and $4,025.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ravin r500 model crossbows?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ravin R500 series crossbows and contact Ravin Crossbows for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
If nearly but not fully cocked, the crossbow can discharge unexpectedly while consumers cock or uncock the crossbow, posing an injury hazard.
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.