Treestands Recalled by Gander Mountain Company Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 10036 · Nov 12, 2009 · StrongBuilt
13,000
units affected
13,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10036
- Date
- Nov 12, 2009
- Company
- StrongBuilt
- Units affected
- 13,000
- Product
- Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands
- Product type
- Tree Stands (Hunting)
- Remedy
- Refund, Replacement
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
Gander Mountain is recalling the 2008 model GMT101 and 2008 model GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands. The recalled treestands have wire mesh on the base of the platform to the top of the footrest and a Gander Mountain logo on the front of the seat. In addition, the seat has a camouflage pattern that is branded "AP" and "REALTREE". Model GMT101 has "Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest" printed in large bold print on the exterior of the box and the GMT103 has "Large Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest" printed on the exterior of the box. This recall does not affect the 2009 year models GMT101 and GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands manufactured by Rivers Edge.
What can happen
The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2009 model or a store credit.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Gander Mountain has received two reports of consumers falling while using the treestands: one sustained unspecified injuries and a second person sustained a broken pelvis and broken arm.
- Sold at
- The treestands were sold only at Gander Mountain stores from July 2008 until July 2009. The GMT101 was sold for about $60 and the GMT103 was sold for about $80.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled hang-on fixed position treestands?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2009 model or a store credit.
What is the hazard?
The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
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.