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Air Venturi Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard

Reported: February 24, 2009 Initiated: February 24, 2009 #09723

Product Description

This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air.

Reason for Recall

The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.

Details

Units Affected
About 50
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Air-Venturi-Recalls-Air-Rifles-That-Can-Unexpectedly-Fire-Posing-Serious-Injury-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air.. Recalled by Sam Yang Precision Industrial, of South Korea. Units affected: About 50.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 24, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09723.

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