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Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart is CPSC recall #09132, announced on February 18, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.. Affected brand: BowTech Archery.
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.
Affected products
The General Compound Bows
Recalled brands
BowTech Archery
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.
Recall date
February 18, 2009
CPSC recall #09132 covers Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 18, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: 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.
The CPSC remedy for recall #09132 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.
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The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Compound-Bows-Recalled-by-BowTech-Archery-Bow-Can-Unexpectedly-Break-Apart. RecallDocket links to it from this page.
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