Monday, March 16, 2009

Tippmann A-5 Paintball Markers Recall


RECALL AND REPAIR OF END CAP ASSEMBLIES
ON CERTAIN TIPPMANN® A-5® PAINTBALL MARKERS


In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tippmann Sports has announced a voluntary recall of the end cap assembly on certain A-5® model paintball markers. Click here to view the joint press release of the CPSC and Tippmann Sports

A-5® markers with Serial Numbers 0409301-0422200 were manufactured with end cap assemblies that may break, eject, and cause personal injury under certain conditions.

If your A-5® marker falls within this serial number range and has the “old style” end cap identified in the picture below, STOP USING YOUR A-5® MARKER IMMEDIATELY. All A-5® markers with the “new style” end cap are not the subject of this safety recall, nor are other Tippmann, US Army™ and TPN™ paintball products.

Old Style A-5® End Cap

New Style A-5® End Cap

The serial number for your A-5® marker is located on the left side of the marker near the front grip.

The serial number on the left side of the marker near the front grip.

Register below to be sent a free repair kit and detailed installation instructions. Or, you may call (866) 841-3029 or email us at recall@tippmann.com for additional information. (001-260-749-6022 x3149 if outside the United States)

Recall Repair Kit Request

Please provide all of the following information to register for this recall and to receive a repair kit. Your repair kit will include detailed instructions on how to replace the end cap assembly of your A-5® marker.

Additional Background Information

Tippmann Sports initiated this recall after determining that the end cap assembly on certain
A-5® markers can break, eject, and cause personal injury under certain conditions.

Tippmann is committed to the manufacture and sale of safe, quality paintball products. It has sold millions of paintball markers and leads the industry in its commitment to quality and safety, earning an outstanding quality and safety record and resulting in millions of loyal and enthusiastic consumers around the world. We apologize to our customers and consumers for any inconvenience or concern this matter may have caused, and remain committed to developing, producing and selling the most innovative paintball markers in the industry.

Click here for downloadable Recall Poster.