The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10716·Announced 2010-01-19

Master Cutlery Recalls Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows Due to Unexpected Discharge

Master Cutlery is recalling Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows because the trigger mechanism can become loose, causing the crossbow to discharge unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (unexpected discharge of a crossbow) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Master Cutlery is recalling approximately 300 Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows. The recalled crossbows are black fiberglass and metal with a 120-lb draw, and feature "Cross Bow" and "Eagle 5" printed on the body. The product was manufactured in Taiwan.

The recall is due to a defect in the trigger mechanism, which can become loose after 30 shots. When the safety mechanism is moved to the fire position, the crossbow may automatically discharge on its own. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The crossbows were sold online at www.fingerhut.com from September 2009 through December 2009 for about $100. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and contact Master Cutlery for a free replacement trigger installation. Purchasers are being contacted directly by the company.

The recalled product

Product
Eagle 5 Rifle Crossbows
Category
Consumer Product — Hunting Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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