Ravin Crossbows Recalls Ravin R500 Series Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard

Ravin R500 Model Crossbows

Date of Recall
2024-03-21

CPSC Release Number
24-174

Manufactured In
United States

Units
About 13,300 (In addition, about 425 were sold in Canada)

Manufacturer
Ravin Crossbows LLC, of Superior, Wisconsin

Sold By
Ravin, Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Dick's Sporting Goods stores and other stores nationwide, and online at www.ravincrossbows.com from September 2021 through October 2023 for between $2,550 and $4,025.

Problem/Hazard
If nearly but not fully cocked, the crossbow can discharge unexpectedly while consumers cock or uncock the crossbow, posing an injury hazard.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received one report of the crossbow unexpectedly discharging. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves eight Ravin R500 models of crossbows. The R500 series crossbows are about 8 inches wide, axle-to-axle un-cocked, and about 28 inches from end to end. All models have a split limb arrangement with cams mounted between the upper and lower limbs. R500 series crossbows were sold in slate gray and camo colors. All the crossbows include a scope, quiver, cocking handle, quiver bracket and 6 arrows. The Ravin logo and model names are on a decal located on both upper limbs. The serial number is on the left side of the rail above the trigger.

Product NameModel
Ravin R500R050
Ravin R500 SniperR051
Ravin R500E R052
Ravin R500E SniperR053
Ravin R500 XK7R054
Ravin R500 Sniper XK7R055
Ravin R500E XK7R056
Ravin R500E Sniper XK7R057

Remedy
Repair

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