Champion's Choice Recalls Walther Air Cylinders for Air Pistols Due to Burst Hazard
The hazard
The cylinders can burst when in use and/or while being filled, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Incidents reported: Walther has received one report where a cylinder burst while a consumer was refilling the cylinder, resulting in a minor hand injury.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the recalled cylinders immediately and depressurize them, and contact Champion's Choice to get a free replacement cylinder.
Contact: For more information, contact Champion's Choice at (800) 345-7179 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the manufacturer's Web site at www.carl-walther.com
About this recall
The recalled Walther air cylinders for air pistols are aluminum and involve model 2/WALTHER 85 cm3, with the imprinted test date between 6 00 and 6 01 2000/2001 located on the end of the cylinder.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC