Excalibur Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 Crossbows |
| Units | About 1,000 |
| Hazards | The crossbow can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to the place of purchase to return to Excalibur for a free inspection and repair, or contact Excalibur for instructions on shipping the product directly to Excalibur for a free repair. Excalibur will pay for shipping. |
| Manufacturers | Excalibur Crossbow Inc., of Canada |
Details
This recall involves the Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 crossbows. Matrix 405 is printed on a label on the left side of the stock. The crossbow was sold in a mossy oak treestand camouflage pattern. The crossbow measures about 36 inches long and was sold individually or as part of a package with a black scope, four-arrow quiver and bracket, four arrows, four 150-grain field points and a rope-cocking aid.
Consumer Contact
Excalibur Crossbow at (800) 463-1817 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.excaliburcrossbow.org and click on “Important Safety Notice for Matrix 405 Owners” for more information.
