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Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart

U.S. CPSCInjuriesSold on TargetFeb 18, 2009
Recalled Compound Bow
Recalled Compound Bow
Limb detail: with a collet (not included in recall) and without a collet (included in recall
Limb detail: with a collet (not included in recall) and without a collet (included in recall

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received 255 reports of the bow's limbs breaking, including 11 reports of lacerations, abrasions, or contusions when pieces from the breaking bow struck the user.

Product description

This recall involves the "The General" compound bows hunting and target models with draw weights of 60 and 70 pounds that do not have a collet (see illustration) in the limb. The bows measure about 31 inches long and have draw lengths of 26-30 inches. Hunting models were sold in camouflage patterns; target models were sold in gray, black, and wood-grain. The bows have laminated wood grips engraved with the word "BowTech" and a label with "The General" on the center pivot point of the bottom limb.

Sold on

Authorized BowTech Dealers nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for about $800.

Contact the company

For more information, contact BowTech Archery at (888) 689-1289 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.bowtecharchery.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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