Umarex DianaWerk GmbH RWS-5G Magnum P5 Air Pistols

Description: Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2008 Release #08-265 Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 633-2910 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Air Pistols Units: About 7,250 Distributor: Umarex USA Inc., of Fort Smith, Ark. Manufacturer: DianaWerk GmbH & Co., of Rastatt, Germany Hazard: The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges. Incidents/Injuries: 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. Description: 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. Sold by: Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide from July 2006 through February 2008 for about $250. Manufactured in: Germany Remedy: 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. 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 [Learn More]