Summit Treestands Recalls Hunting Tree Stand Brackets Due to Fall Hazard

Talon Hunting Hang-on Tree Stands and Brackets/Straps

Date of Recall
2010-01-28

CPSC Release Number
10-126

Manufactured In
USA

Company Phone Number
(800) 241-5559

Units
About 6,800

Manufacturer
Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.

Sold By
Hunting stores and in catalogs nationwide from May 2009 through November 2009 for about $25 for the bracket only, for between $130 and $180 for the tree stand.

Problem/Hazard
The tree stand can unexpectedly detach from the tree when the brackets fail, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received four reports of the brackets failing, resulting in reports of falls and injuries including broken bones.

Description
This recall involves Talon Raptor brackets/straps and Cabelas Realtree series hang-on tree stands with the Talon brackets/straps. A safety label sewn onto the bracket reads "Treestand Strap Assembly." Tree stands involved in this recall have the following model numbers: rsEagle 82044, rsOsprey 82041, rsFalcon 82042, rsHawk 82043 and Cabelas Realtree Outfitters Series Hawk Deluxe 81509. Model information is printed on the tree stand warning label that is sewn onto the seat.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the brackets and contact Summit Treestands to receive a replacement bracket/strap.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Summit Treestands at (800) 241-5559 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.summitstands.com

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