Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly

Active Recall Announced June 3, 2014 CPSC #14197

Quick answer

Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly is CPSC recall #14197, announced on June 3, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located behind the trigger at rear of scope mount, models MXB 320, MXB Dagger, MXB 400 and MXB 360; and serial numbers ranging from XB04879 to XB16555. The crossbows were sold in black, lost camo AT (a three-color camouflage pattern with light brown, dark brown, dark green), white camo and pink camo pattern. The crossbows measure between 29 and 35 inches long and were available individually or as part of a package that included a black scope, quiver, three bolts and a rope cocking aid. Mission by Mathews is engraved on the left rear side of the crossbow's rail. The serial number is located on the underside of the rail directly behind the safety. Mission and the model name are printed on each limb. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to a mission archery authorized dealer for a free repair, or contact mission archery for instructions on shipping the product directly to them for a free repair, including shipping.. Affected brand: Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery.

Hazard

This recall involves Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located behind the trigger at rear of scope mount, models MXB 320, MXB Dagger, MXB 400 and MXB 360; and serial numbers ranging from XB04879 to XB16555. The crossbows were sold in black, lost camo AT (a three-color camouflage pattern with light brown, dark brown, dark green), white camo and pink camo pattern. The crossbows measure between 29 and 35 inches long and were available individually or as part of a package that included a black scope, quiver, three bolts and a rope cocking aid. Mission by Mathews is engraved on the left rear side of the crossbow's rail. The serial number is located on the underside of the rail directly behind the safety. Mission and the model name are printed on each limb.

Affected products

MXB crossbows

Recalled brands

Mathews Archery Inc., dba Mission Archery

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to a Mission Archery authorized dealer for a free repair, or contact Mission Archery for instructions on shipping the product directly to them for a free repair, including shipping.

Recall date

June 3, 2014

Categories

Archery

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #14197?

CPSC recall #14197 covers Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 3, 2014. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located behind the trigger at rear of scope mount, models MXB 320, MXB Dagger, MXB 400 and MXB 360; and serial numbers ranging from XB04879 to XB16555. The crossbows were sold in black, lost camo AT (a three-color camouflage pattern with light brown, dark brown, dark green), white camo and pink camo pattern. The crossbows measure between 29 and 35 inches long and were available individually or as part of a package that included a black scope, quiver, three bolts and a rope cocking aid. Mission by Mathews is engraved on the left rear side of the crossbow's rail. The serial number is located on the underside of the rail directly behind the safety. Mission and the model name are printed on each limb.

What is the remedy for recall #14197?

The CPSC remedy for recall #14197 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to a mission archery authorized dealer for a free repair, or contact mission archery for instructions on shipping the product directly to them for a free repair, including shipping.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Mission Archery Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Mission-Archery-Recalls-Crossbows. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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