Crosman Recalls Air Pistols Due to Explosion Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 13-277 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 6, 2013
- Brand
- Crosman
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Air pistols
- Hazard
- Explosion Hazard
- Remedy
- Replace, Refund
- Units
- About 16,000
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 26, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves Crosman semi-automatic style air pistols with model numbers C21, C31 and 9-C31BRM with serial numbers beginning with 12J, 12K, 12L, 12M, 13A, 13B or 13C. The model and serial numbers are located on side of the air pistol. The air pistols use a CO2 cartridge to propel plastic BBs and are used for recreational shooting. The air pistols are black, measure 8 ½ inches long and weigh 1 ½ lbs. Crosman's name and partial address are printed in the "Warning" information on the left side of each pistol.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Air pistols · About 16,000 units
Photos from the recall notice


Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Sporting goods stores, mass merchandisers and other stores nationwide from November 2012 through June 2013 for between $45 and $60.; WinGun Technology Co. Ltd., of Taiwan; Crosman Corp., of Bloomfield, N.Y..
Consumer contact
Crosman Corp. toll-free at (866) 583-7340 anytime, or online at www.crosman.com and click on Important Safety Notice at the top of the web page.
Recall history and context
Crosman appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all Crosman 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 16,000 units). This recall involves Crosman semi-automatic style air pistols with model numbers C21, C31 and 9-C31BRM with serial numbers beginning with 12J, 12K, 12L, 12M, 13A, 13B or 13C.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Explosion Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled air pistols, remove the CO2 cartridge and contact Crosman for instructions to return the air pistols to Crosman for a free replacement air gun or a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 26, 2015. 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.