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CPSCRecalled Aug 27, 2015 · #15750

Tippmann Sports Recalls Paintball Markers Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)

Hazard

Trigger safety can fail and allow paintballs to fire unexpectedly, posing an impact hazard.

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Description

This recall involves rental versions of Tippmann model FT-12 .50 caliber and 0.68-inch caliber paintball markers. The markers are made of metal and are black. They have a round front grip and a rear grip with yellow inserts. With the barrel attached, the markers are about 20 inches long. The left side of the upper receiver has "Tippmann" molded into the front and a silver, metal name plate with "Rental" riveted to the center. Serial numbers on recalled markers are from 86941 to 108040. The serial number is etched onto the bottom rear of the marker just below the rear hinge.

Product details

Product
Paintball Markers (Guns)
Type
Paintball Equipment & Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
86941, 108040
UPCs
Sold at
This product is not sold through retail outlets. This product was sold from January 2015 to July 2015 directly to distributors and paintball fields as a rental marker for use by customers.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paintball markers and contact Tippman for a free repair kit or to arrange to ship the affected marker to Tippmann for repair at no cost. Tippman is contacting its customers directly.

View the official CPSC notice