Hunting Treestands
Class II - Moderate 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: October 30, 2002 API Outdoors, of Tallulah, La., a division of Outland Sports Inc., of Overland Park, Kan. Electronics
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 9,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- API Outdoors, of Tallulah, La., a division of Outland Sports Inc., of Overland Park, Kan.
- Reason for Recall:
- A cable that secures the treestand to the tree can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.
- Classification:
- Class II - Moderate
Products that might cause a temporary health problem, or pose a slight threat of a serious nature.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- A cable that secures the treestand to the tree can break, posing the risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop using these treestands immediately and call API Outdoors, to receive a free replacement cable.
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Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled treestands have the following brand names and model numbers: API Hi-Point Cable Cat Climbing Treestand, Model #CC501 and API Buckmaster Grand Slam Climbing Treestand, Model #GS3800BM. The treestands have an olive green frame, camo seats and seatbacks with black nylon cinch straps, and a yellow "WARNING" or "DANGER" label that reads in part, "Safety Restraint Must Be Used At All Times."
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 9,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 03027