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CPSCRecalled Jul 14, 2006 · #06213

Bear Archery Recalls Compound Crossbows Due to Faulty Trigger Mechanisms

Hazard

The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.

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Description

The recall involves five models of Compound Crossbows: Outfitter XB340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8959340 Fred Bear F340 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949350 Fred Bear F325 Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949325 Fred Bear F300+ Compound Crossbow with model number AFB8949301 Fred Bear F300 Compound Crossbow model number AFB8949300. The model name is written on the outside of the bow's bottom limb. The model number is written on the product manual.

Product details

Product
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows
Type
Hunting Accessories
Manufacturer
Bear Archery, of Gainesville, Fla.
Model numbers
XB340, AFB8959340, F340, AFB8949350, F325, AFB8949325, F300, AFB8949301, AFB8949300
UPCs
Sold at
Hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from July 2004 through January 2006 for between $300 and $800.
Made in
United States

What you should do

Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.

View the official CPSC notice