CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Air Venturi Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Air Venturi and Pyramyd Air, Airgun Depot, and Cobra Airguns from July 2008 through September 2008 for about $550.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Sam Yang Precision Industrial, of South Korea
Recall Number
09723
Product Information
Product Name
Air Venturi Air Rifles
Product Type
Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
Number of Units
About 50
Manufacturer Name
Sam Yang Precision Industrial, of South Korea
Distributed By
Air Venturi, of Bedford Heights, Ohio
Manufactured In
South Korea