Key Takeaway
Hunting Tree Stands Recall by Bass Pro Shops by Warren & Sweat was recalled on April 22, 1997.
Hunting Tree Stands Recall by Bass Pro Shops
Description
Hunting Tree Stands Recall by Bass Pro Shops NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: April 22, 1997 (301) 504-7908 Release # 97-107 CPSC, Bass Pro Shops Announce Recall of Hunting Tree Stands WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bass Pro Shops of Springfield, Mo., is recalling 2,140 tree stands used by hunters.The tree stand's buckle may in some instances have a sharp edge that can fray and break the gray nylon strap securing the stand to the tree. Consumers can be seriously injured if the strap breaks and the stand falls from the tree, especially if the consumer is not wearing a safety belt. Bass Pro Shops has received 3 reports of the stand's straps fraying or breaking and Warren & Sweat received an additional 25 reports. One person fell from a tree, resulting in leg and ankle fractures and a sprained lower back. The tree stand involved in this recall is sold under the brand name Warren & Sweat Mag-Lock Plus tree stands. The metal tree stand has a grid platform, measuring about 17 inches wide by 25 inches long, supporting a camouflage canvas covered seat. The seat sits about 19 inches above the platform. The tree stand has a 4-inch gray nylon strap that is permanently attached to the tree stand and buckle. There is a 67-inch black nylon strap that secures the stand to the tree. This black nylon strap is removable. There is a gray sticker on the tree stand that reads in part, "Warren & Sweat Treestands." There is a drawing of a deer on the label. The tree stands were sold nationwide by sporting goods stores and the Bass Pro Shops mail order catalogue and in Missouri by the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World store. The tree stands were sold from August 1994 through December 1994 for about $50. Consumers should stop using the tree stands immediately and call Bass Pro Shops at (800) 554-5488 to receive a free replacement buckle and gray nylon strap, or return the treestand to the store where purchased for replacement of the buckle and gray nylon strap.
Products Affected
Warren & Sweat Mag-Lock Plus tree stands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
Check the remedy section above or contact the manufacturer directly for current remedy options.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.