Summit Treestands Recalls Hunting Tree Stand Brackets Due to Fall Hazard
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The hazard
The tree stand can unexpectedly detach from the tree when the brackets fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: The firm has received four reports of the brackets failing, resulting in reports of falls and injuries including broken bones.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the brackets and contact Summit Treestands to receive a replacement bracket/strap.
Contact: For additional information, contact Summit Treestands at (800) 241-5559 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.summitstands.com
About this recall
This recall involves Talon Raptor brackets/straps and Cabelas Realtree series hang-on tree stands with the Talon brackets/straps. A safety label sewn onto the bracket reads "Treestand Strap Assembly." Tree stands involved in this recall have the following model numbers: rsEagle 82044, rsOsprey 82041, rsFalcon 82042, rsHawk 82043 and Cabelas Realtree Outfitters Series Hawk Deluxe 81509. Model information is printed on the tree stand warning label that is sewn onto the seat.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC