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Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA

Recall 08-265 · May 14, 2008 · Umarex

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-265 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 14, 2008
Brand
Umarex
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Air Pistols
Units
About 5,000
Made in
Germany
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol. The air pistols, which are used for target and recreational shooting, use spring air to fire pellets. The air pistols are black and measure 17 ¾ x 6 inches. "RWS Diana P5 Magnum" is printed on the top of the air pistol. Serial numbers 03316930 through 03344312 are included in this recall and are stamped on the left side of the air pistol's barrel.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Air Pistols · About 5,000 units

Photos from the recall notice

Recalled Air Pistol
Recalled Air Pistol

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $250.; DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany; Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark..

Injuries or incidents reported

Umarex USA has received one report of an injury involving the recalled air pistols. The pistol reportedly fired a pellet unexpectedly and struck the user in the lower leg causing swelling.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Umarex USA toll-free at (866) 633-2910 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.umarexusa.com

Recall history and context

Umarex appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Umarex recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Air Pistols (About 5,000 units). The recall involves the RWS-5G Magnum Air Pistol.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA has contacted known purchasers of the air pistol. Consumers who have not received direct notification should contact Umarex USA immediately.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.