Axis Arrows Recalled by Easton Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC recall 13220 · announced June 19, 2013 · Easton Technical Products · 20,700 units affected
The product
This recall involves Easton Axis arrows in four different sizes and batch numbers, including size 300 with batch number 13169686, size 340 with batch number 13170143, size 400 with batch number 13170142 and size 500 with batch number 13169487. The carbon composite arrows are used for hunting and target archery. They are black with green and gray-colored graphics. Axis, Focused Energy, Easton, the size number and the batch number are printed on the arrows.
The hazard
The arrows can break when fired and hit unintended targets, including the user and bystanders.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled arrows immediately and contact Easton to receive free replacement arrows. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Archery specialty stores and Academy Sports, Bass Pro, Cabela's, Gander Mountain and Scheels stores nationwide from February 2013 through May 2013 for about $154 per dozen.
Consumer contact: Easton Technical Products; toll-free at (888) 380-6234 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.eastonarchery.com and click on Axis Recall for more information or go to www.axisrecall.com.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.