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CPSCRecalled Oct 30, 2002 · #03027

CPSC, API Outdoors Announce Recall of Hunting Treestands

Hazard

A cable that secures the treestand to the tree can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.

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Description

The recalled treestands have the following brand names and model numbers: API Hi-Point Cable Cat Climbing Treestand, Model #CC501 and API Buckmaster Grand Slam Climbing Treestand, Model #GS3800BM. The treestands have an olive green frame, camo seats and seatbacks with black nylon cinch straps, and a yellow "WARNING" or "DANGER" label that reads in part, "Safety Restraint Must Be Used At All Times."

Product details

Product
Hunting Treestands
Type
Hunting Accessories
Manufacturer
API Outdoors, of Tallulah, La., a division of Outland Sports Inc., of Overland Park, Kan.
Model numbers
CC501, GS3800BM
UPCs
Sold at
Retailers and distributors nationwide, including Wal-Mart, sold the Cable Cat treestands through mid-October 2002, for about $180 and Cabela's stores nationwide sold the Buckmaster treestands through mid-October 2002, for about $230.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these treestands immediately and call API Outdoors, to receive a free replacement cable.

View the official CPSC notice