CPSCFebruary 18, 2009consumer
Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The ends of the bow's limbs can unexpectedly break during use and send fragments of the bow in the direction of the user or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.
Brands named
bowtech archerycompoundcompound bows
Recall history
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