Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands and Harnesses Provided as Replacements
CPSC Recall #07-160 — April 18, 2007
Product
Safety Harnesses Sold with Tree Stands and Harnesses Provided as Replacements
Description
The recall involves all 2004 and 2005 model year Fall Arrest Systems (FAS), or harnesses with "Model Year 2004" or "Model Year 2005" printed on a white Hunter's View label attached to the harness or the tree strap. The recall includes all model number harnesses sold during these years. The recall also includes replacement harnesses provided to consumers as a result of the previous recall.
Hazard
The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Firm is no longer in business. Remedy is not available. Discard this product.
Units Affected
About 200,000 additional harnesses (This recall was first announced in April 2005)
Sold At
Hunting and sporting good stores nationwide beginning in January 2004 for between $30 and $300.
Manufacturer
Hunter's View, of Peoria, Ill.
Manufactured In
China
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Check if you purchased it and follow the remedy instructions — contact the manufacturer for a Dispose. If you experienced an injury, report it to the CPSC SaferProducts.gov.