Precision Shooting Recalls Archery Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard

Recall at a glance

What was recalled

This recall involves all FANG XT, FANG LT and THRIVE archery crossbows with serial numbers 2404285-2514039. Both the Fang XT and Fang LT have a 19 inch wide axle-to-axle bow with a black foot stirrup attached to the front. The Thrive's bow is 18 inches wide axle-to-axle and has a folding black foot stirrup attached to the front. The Fang XT measurement is about 33 inches from end to end. the Fang LT measures 32 inches and the Thrive measures 32 to 35 inches. The models have split limbs made of fiberglass. Cam pulleys are mounted between the upper and lower halves of both limbs. They have an integrated barrel, pistol grip, and stock made of composite material. The crossbows come with a scope, under-mounted quiver, string stops, a cocking rope, and rail lube. The PSE logo and model names are on an emblem mounted above the trigger housing on the left and right sides of the crossbows. They are also printed onto the front of each limb. The serial number is on the bottom of the trigger grip.The model number can be found on the product hang tag and on the box. The Fang XT and LT come in Mossy Oak Country & Skullworks 2 camo and muddy girl colors. The Thrive comes in Mossy Oak Country. Model Model Numbers Fang XT 01295CY and 01295S2 Fang LT 01303CY, 01303MG, and 01303S2 Thrive 01312CY

Is my product affected?

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• Crossbows · About 17,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Kinsey's Archery and other archery and hunting sporting goods stores nationwide and online at PSE-archery.com from October 2016 through August 2017 for between $300 and $500.; Precision Shooting Equipment Inc., of Tucson, Ariz..

Injuries or incidents reported

PSE has received six reports of the crossbow firing unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

PSE at 800-477-7789 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.pse-archery.com. C lick on Product Support for more information. The Return Authorization Form can be used to submit a request for repair.

Recall history and context

Precision Shooting appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

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