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Ravin Crossbows Recalls Ravin R500 Series Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #24174
Ravin Crossbows Recalls Ravin R500 Series Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard
Ravin Crossbows LLC, of Superior, Wisconsin · Ravin R500 Model Crossbows
Product Description
This recall involves eight Ravin R500 models of crossbows. The R500 series crossbows are about 8 inches wide, axle-to-axle un-cocked, and about 28 inches from end to end. All models have a split limb arrangement with cams mounted between the upper and lower limbs. R500 series crossbows were sold in slate gray and camo colors. All the crossbows include a scope, quiver, cocking handle, quiver bracket and 6 arrows. The Ravin logo and model names are on a decal located on both upper limbs. The serial number is on the left side of the rail above the trigger. Product Name Model Ravin R500 R050 Ravin R500 Sniper R051 Ravin R500E R052 Ravin R500E Sniper R053 Ravin R500 XK7 R054 Ravin R500 Sniper XK7 R055 Ravin R500E XK7 R056 Ravin R500E Sniper XK7 R057.
Hazard
If nearly but not fully cocked, the crossbow can discharge unexpectedly while consumers cock or uncock the crossbow, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ravin R500 series crossbows and contact Ravin Crossbows for a free repair.
Repair
Reported Injuries
The firm has received one report of the crossbow unexpectedly discharging. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
Ravin Crossbows LLC, of Superior, Wisconsin has voluntarily recalled about 13,300 (in addition, about 425 were sold in canada) of Ravin R500 Model Crossbows as a preventive safety measure. The recall was announced by the CPSC on March 21, 2024. If nearly but not fully cocked, the crossbow can discharge unexpectedly while consumers cock or uncock the crossbow, posing an injury hazard. While no injuries have been reported, the identified hazard warrants consumer attention. Affected consumers should schedule a free repair. The CPSC recommends discontinuing use of the product until the remedy has been completed.
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