CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Under a variety of circumstances, the safety will not prevent the gun from firing. This poses a risk of serious injury to the user or bystanders.
Umarex USA Recalls to Repair Browning 800 Mag Air Pistols; Pistols Can Fire Unexpectedly
This recall involves all Browning 800 Mag Air pistols, which are black and measure 18 inches by 7 inches. The Browning logo and "800 Mag" are printed on the top of the air pistol's barrel block.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the air pistol, ensure it is unloaded and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA will engrave repaired pistols with a "P" on the left side of the receiver, forward of the plastic end cap. Until repaired, consumers should safely store the unloaded pistol in its open or uncocked state.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Umarex USA toll-free at (866) 503-3389 anytime, or visit their website at www.umarexusa.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $180.
Injuries
The firm has received one report of the pistol discharging while the safety was engaged. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Repair
Recall Number
11304
Product Information
Product Name
Browning Air Pistols
Product Type
Gas or Air or Spring-Operated Guns
Number of Units
About 9,500
Imported By
Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark.
Manufactured In
Turkey