Umarex USA Recalls to Repair Browning 800 Mag Air Pistols; Pistols Can Fire Unexpectedly
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 11-304 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- August 16, 2011
- Brand
- Umarex
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Browning Air Pistols
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 9,500
- Made in
- Turkey
- Last updated by CPSC
- July 6, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves all Browning 800 Mag Air pistols, which are black and measure 18 inches by 7 inches. The Browning logo and "800 Mag" are printed on the top of the air pistol's barrel block.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Browning Air Pistols · About 9,500 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $180.; Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received one report of the pistol discharging while the safety was engaged. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Umarex USA toll-free at (866) 503-3389 anytime, or visit their website 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?
Browning Air Pistols (About 9,500 units). This recall involves all Browning 800 Mag Air pistols, which are black and measure 18 inches by 7 inches.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the air pistol, ensure it is unloaded and contact Umarex USA to receive instructions on returning the air pistol for a free repair. Umarex USA will engrave repaired pistols with a "P" on the left side of the receiver, forward of the plastic end cap. Until repaired, consumers should safely store the unloaded pistol in its open or uncocked state.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on July 6, 2016. 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.