Sports and hunting slingshots
Published July 8, 2015
Summary
CPSC records recall 15176, published July 8, 2015. Reported units: About 88,000 (in addition, 16,000 were sold in Canada).
What's the hazard
The slingshot's wrist strap can slip off the wrist brace when the slingshot's pouch is pulled back which can result in the body of the slingshot snapping back and striking the user.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slingshots and contact Barnett to receive a free replacement wrist strap.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Barnett Outdoors LLC, of Tarpon Springs, Fla.
- Distributor
- A.C. Kerman, Archery Range, Archery Shoppe, Big Rock Sporting Goods, Bow Hunters Supply Store, Campco, Dicks Sporting Goods, Dunham's, Florida Hardware Co., Great Lakes Marine Products, Gun World & Sporting Goods, Paducah Shooters Supply, Slingshots USA, Walmart and other archery, shooting and sports stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and BarnettCrossBows.com from July 2014 to May 2015 for about $10.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Sports and hunting slingshots recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 15176 on July 8, 2015. Reported hazard: The slingshot's wrist strap can slip off the wrist brace when the slingshot's pouch is pulled back which can result in the body of the slingshot snapping back and striking the user.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slingshots and contact Barnett to receive a free replacement wrist strap.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Barnett Outdoors LLC, of Tarpon Springs, Fla..