Pressurised air cartridge for sport and hunting rifles “Anschütz”
Pressurised air cartridge for sport and hunting rifles “Anschütz” was recalled on 27 October 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0684/06. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of explosive separation of the pressure gauge or fill-valve.
| Alert Number | 0684/06 |
| Category | Hobby/sports equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | 1. cartridge, anodised silver, 430 mm long: from 012947 to 016846, Art. No. 711.3415, 2. Cartridge, anodised red, 430 mm long: from 002444 to 002527, Art. No. 711.3414, 3. Cartridge, anodised black, 430 mm long: from 000006 to 000053, Art. No. 711.3413, 4. Cartridge, Junior, 290 mm long: from 001632 to 002225, Art. No. 711.3412 |
| Published | 27 October 2006 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of explosive separation of the pressure gauge or fill-valve.Three incidents of burst cartridges have been reported since August 2006. The most serious accident occurred when a cartridge separated from the fill-valve during loading, hitting the marksman's hand. The marksman suffered considerable lacerations to the inner surface of the hand.The product does not comply with Directive on transportable pressure equipment.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary recall from consumers by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The aluminium cartridges are numbered in a continuous series
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Pressurised air cartridge for sport and hunting rifles “Anschütz”.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.