Critical Alert
Bulldog Cases Recalls Biometric Gun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death
This recall is associated with reported fatalities. Consumers should take immediate action.
Source: CPSC
CriticalRecall #24130
Bulldog Cases Recalls Biometric Gun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death
Bulldog Cases, of Danville, Virginia · Bulldog Biometric Firearm Safes
Product Description
This recall involves Bulldog Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults, Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults with Shelf, and Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vaults. The black steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The pistol vault (BD4030B) measures 11.5 inches by 8 inches by 5.5 inches, and the pistol vault with shelf (BD4040B) measures 11.5 inches by 10 inches by 8 inches. The top load pistol vault (BD4055B) measures 11.5 inches by 9.8 inches by 2.5 inches. The pistol vault with shelf has one shelf and can store approximately two firearms. The model number can be found on a label on a silver sticker on the back right corner of the safe, and the brand name "Bulldog" appears on the front of the safe. Name Model Number Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault BD4030B Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault with Shelf BD4040B Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vault BD4055B
Hazard
The biometric lock on the safes can fail and be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death if the safe is used to store firearms.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the biometric feature of the recalled safe, remove the batteries from the safe, and only use the key when storing firearms. Contact Bulldog to receive a repair kit or free replacement safe for consumers with the Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults, or a free replacement safe for consumers with the Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vaults.
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Reported Injuries
The firm received four reports of the safe being opened by an unauthorized user. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Consumers should immediately stop using Bulldog Biometric Firearm Safes, according to a recall announced on February 22, 2024 by the CPSC. This recall covers about 33,500 and has been linked to fatalities. The biometric lock on the safes can fail and be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death if the. Affected consumers should schedule a free repair by contacting Bulldog Cases, of Danville, Virginia. The CPSC strongly advises checking purchase records and inspecting any matching products in the home. This recall carries the highest severity level due to reported deaths associated with the product defect.
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