CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is pulled and can result in the bow discharging while re-nocking of the arrow, posing an injury hazard to users.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2017/65296r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2017/65296r-eng.php
Ravin Crossbows Recalls Arrow Nocks Due to Injury Hazard
This recall involves all white plastic molded clip-on nocks used in arrows for Ravin brand crossbows. The white arrow nocks were sold separately in a package of 12 and as original equipment with Ravin crossbows and Ravin arrows. The white nocks measure about 0.9 inches long.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled arrow nocks and contact Ravin® Crossbows for free replacement nocks.
Contact Information
Ravin Crossbows toll-free at 888-298-6335 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, email at nockupdate@ravincrossbows.com or online at www.ravincrossbows.com and click on Safety and Instructions for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Dicks Sporting Goods stores and other stores nationwide from October 2016 through November 2017 for between $8 and $15 when sold separately from other equipment. The arrow nocks were also included as original equipment with Ravin
Injuries
The firm has received 44 reports of the arrow nocks malfunctioning. There were 23 reports of finger injuries, including six serious injuries.
Manufacturer
Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis.
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
18057
Product Information
Product Name
Ravin arrow nocks
Number of Units
About 220,000 nocks (In addition, about 3,600 nocks were sold in Canada)
Manufacturer Name
Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis.
Manufactured In
United States