Shocker RSX Paintball Markers Recalled for Chamber Ejection Risk

Plain-English summary

Shocker Paintball is recalling approximately 5,200 Shocker RSX paintball markers equipped with a blue main chamber. The recall was initiated because the chamber part assembly can unexpectedly eject from the rear of the marker, posing a risk of impact injury to the user. The company has received eight reports of main chamber failures where the assembly was ejected with force, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled markers are electropneumatic paintball markers that utilize compressed air to fire .68 caliber gelatin encapsulated paintballs. They are 8.5 inches tall by 8 inches long without the barrel. The specific blue main chamber involved in the recall features three large rectangular cut-outs on the main body and a ring of seven small perpendicular holes in the neck. All Shocker RSX markers are subject to this recall. HK Army Paintball markers included in the recall were sold in specific color combinations featuring a blue main chamber.

These markers were sold at paintball dealers and distributors nationwide and online at ShockerPaintball.com from May 2015 to August 2016 for between $800 and $1,000. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled marker and properly dispose of the blue chamber. They can contact Shocker Paintball for a free replacement high-flow chamber or visit an authorized dealer to have the replacement installed at no charge.

The recalled product

Product

Shocker RSX paintball markers/guns

Manufacturer

Shocker Paintball, of Loyalhanna, Pa.

Category

Consumer Product — Sports Equipment

Hazard

• impact-injury

Affected units

5,200

Distribution

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