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Product Recall
Air Rifles Recalled by Air Venturi Due to Ability to Fire With Safety Switch On
Evanix Speed Air Rifle
Evanix Speed and Conquest Air Rifles
Recall Date: April 18th, 2012
Type: Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories
Units: About 100
Hazards: The safety switch can be overcome by pulling the trigger with force, allowing the rifle to fire, resulting in a serious injury or death.
Remedies: Repair
Consumers should stop using the rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided free of charge to the consumer. All identified owners have been contacted.
Description
This recall involves Evanix Speed .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles and Evanix Conquest .177, .22 and .25 caliber rifles. The rifle is a pre-charged pneumatic air rifle powered by a compressed air cylinder.
Images:
Evanix Speed Air Rifle
Evanix Conquest Air Rifle
Consumer Contact:
For more information, contact Air Venturi collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Air Venturi's website at www.airventuri.comInjuries:
Air Venturi has not received any reports of the safety switch being overcome.
Manufacturers:
Meca Evanix of South Korea
Retailers:
Air Venturi, Pyramyd Air, Top Airgun and Straight Shooters stores from January 2012 though March 2012 for about $1,800.
Distributors:
Air Venturi of Warrensville Heights, Ohio
