Crosman Recalls Air Pistols Due to Explosion Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2013-09-06 · 13277
Hazards
The air pistols can explode at high temperatures, propelling the pistol's broken plastic pieces into the air, and posing a risk of serious eye and other injuries to users.
Recall
Number
13277
Date
2013-09-06
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Air pistols
Remedies
Options
Replace; Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
WinGun Technology Co. Ltd., of Taiwan
Retailer(s)
Sporting goods stores, mass merchandisers and other stores nationwide from November 2012 through June 2013 for between $45 and $60.
Importer(s)
Crosman Corp., of Bloomfield, N.Y.
Country of manufacture
Taiwan
Description
This recall involves Crosman semi-automatic style air pistols with model numbers C21, C31 and 9-C31BRM with serial numbers beginning with 12J, 12K, 12L, 12M, 13A, 13B or 13C. The model and serial numbers are located on side of the air pistol. The air pistols use a CO2 cartridge to propel plastic BBs and are used for recreational shooting. The air pistols are black, measure 8 ½ inches long and weigh 1 ½ lbs. Crosman's name and partial address are printed in the "Warning" information on the left side of each pistol.