Air Venturi Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard
The hazard
The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.
Contact: For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air.