Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Collapse Hazard

Ameristep Patriot and Outfitter Hang-on Tree Stands

Date of Recall

2006-05-18

CPSC Release Number

06-167

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 374-7837

Units

About 6,700

Distributor

Ameristep Inc., of Clio, Mich.

Manufacturer

Primal Vantage Company Inc., of Randolph, N.J.

Sold By

Hunting and outdoor stores nationwide and by Web retailers and in catalogs from April 2004 through December 2005 for between $130 and $150.

Problem/Hazard

The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.

Injuries/Incidents

Primal Vantage Company Inc. has received three reports of j-hook failures. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves two models of tree stands: the Ameristep Patriot Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7300, and the Outfitter Hang-On Tree Stand has model number 7310. These products are fixed-position, strap-on tree stands. The UPC number of the model 7300 is 769524703001. The UPC number of model 7310 is 769524703100. The model number and UPC are not written on the tree stands, but can be found on the packaging.

Remedy

Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap along with instructions for installation.

Consumer Contact

Ameristep Customer Service Department at (800)374-7837 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ameristep.com or www.treestandcustomerservice.com for assistance.

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