Ravin Crossbows Recalls Ravin R500 Series Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 24-174 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- March 21, 2024
- Brand
- Ravin Crossbows
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Ravin R500 Model Crossbows
- Hazard
- Injury Hazard
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 13,300 (In addition, about 425 were sold in Canada)
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- March 21, 2024
What was recalled
This recall involves eight Ravin R500 models of crossbows. The R500 series crossbows are about 8 inches wide, axle-to-axle un-cocked, and about 28 inches from end to end. All models have a split limb arrangement with cams mounted between the upper and lower limbs. R500 series crossbows were sold in slate gray and camo colors. All the crossbows include a scope, quiver, cocking handle, quiver bracket and 6 arrows. The Ravin logo and model names are on a decal located on both upper limbs. The serial number is on the left side of the rail above the trigger. Product Name Model Ravin R500 R050 Ravin R500 Sniper R051 Ravin R500E R052 Ravin R500E Sniper R053 Ravin R500 XK7 R054 Ravin R500 Sniper XK7 R055 Ravin R500E XK7 R056 Ravin R500E Sniper XK7 R057.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Ravin R500 Model Crossbows · About 13,300 (In addition, about 425 were sold in Canada) units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Ravin, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Dick's Sporting Goods stores and other stores nationwide, and online at www.ravincrossbows.com from September 2021 through October 2023 for between $2,550 and $4,025.; Ravin Crossbows LLC, of Superior, Wisconsin.
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received one report of the crossbow unexpectedly discharging. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Ravin Crossbows toll-free at 888-298-6335 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, email at R500recall@ravincrossbows.com, or online at https://www.ravincrossbows.com/r500recall or www.ravincrossbows.com and click on "Safety & Instruction" then "Recall Notices" for more information.
Recall history and context
Ravin Crossbows appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
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?
Ravin R500 Model Crossbows (About 13,300 (In addition, about 425 were sold in Canada) units). This recall involves eight Ravin R500 models of crossbows.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Injury Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ravin R500 series crossbows and contact Ravin Crossbows for a free repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on March 21, 2024. 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.