February 24, 2009
Air Venturi is recalling model 9095 Sam Yang .45 caliber air rifles shipped after July 1, 2008. The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.
The precharged pneumatic air rifles were sold by Air Venturi and Pyramyd Air, Airgun Depot, and Cobra Airguns from July 2008 through September 2008 for about $550. They were made in South Korea.
Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.
For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
