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This thread is for Manufactures Warning, Safety Recall, etc, related to hunting eq, firearms and munitions. If you have a warning you see that needs to be added, PM a moderator, or make a post with information, so we can add to pinned thread. If it deserves a discussion please feel free to start a discussion on any of these warning by starting a new thread.

FEDERAL and AMERICAN EAGLE 45 AUTO PRODUCT SAFETY WARNING
Immediate Action Required
Certain lots of recently manufactured 45 Auto ammunition may contain an incorrect propellant charge. Use of product from these lots may result in firearm damage and possible serious injury.

DO NOT USE PRODUCT FROM THE FOLLOWING LOTS:
38X628 through 38X765 and 38T401 through 38T414

If you have in your possession any 45 Auto with the following brand names and part numbers, check to see if your ammunition package contains the above lots: American Eagle® (AE45A, AE45N1, or AE45A250), Champion™ (WM5233), GoldMedal® (GM45B), Hi-Shok® (45C, 45D) and Federal® Personal Defense® (C45C, C45D). Example below:

Read more here…
http://www.federalpr...uto_warning.pdf

http://www.shootingillustrated.com/5899/federal-45-acp-recall/

Thanks to Golfman6 and Bob in TX

March 3 : 2011
Product Warning, Recall Notice Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement

Olin Corporation, through its Winchester Division, is recalling six (lots of its RANGER® 223 Remington 64 Grain Power-Point® (PP)
centerfire rifle ammunition (Symbol Number RA223R2).
Lot Numbers (last four characters): DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, and DK51

Through extensive evaluation Winchester has determined the above lots of RANGER® Law Enforcement ammunition may contain incorrect propellant. Incorrect propellant in this ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter or bystanders to a risk of serious personal injury when fired.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER® RANGER® 223 REMINGTON 64 GRAIN POWER-POINT® AMMUNITION THAT HAS A LOT NUMBER ENDING IN DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41 or DK51. The ammunition Lot Number is ink stamped inside the right tuck flap of the 20-round carton, as indicated here:

To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, review the Lot Number. If the last four characters of the Lot Number are DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41 or DK51 immediately discontinue use and contact Winchester toll-free at 866-423-5224 866-423-5224 to arrange for replacement ammunition and free UPS pick-up of the recalled ammunition.

This notice applies only to RANGER® 223 Remington 64 Grain Power-Point® centerfire rifle ammunition with lot numbers ending in DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, and DK51. Other Symbol Numbers or Lot Numbers are not subject to this recall.

If you have any questions concerning this RANGER® Law Enforcement ammunition recall please call toll-free 866-423-5224 866-423-5224, write to Winchester (600 Powder Mill Road, East Alton, IL 62024 Attn: RA223R2 Recall), or visit our website at www.winchester.com.

We apologize for this inconvenience.

WINCHESTER


Thanks to Bob in TX

Hornady Handbook of Cartridge Reloading
8th Edition Errata
Revised 3/18/11


http://www.hornady.com/assets/files/8thEdErrata.pdf

Udate:

June 9: 2011
Winchester Product Warning and Recall Revised


Olin Corporation, through its Winchester Division, is recalling twelve (12) lots of its RANGER® 223 Remington 64 Grain Power-Point® (PP) centerfire rifle ammunition (Symbol Number RA223R2).

Lot Numbers (last four characters): DM70, DM80, DM90, DM01, DM11, and DM21

Lot Numbers (last four characters): DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, and DK51

Through extensive evaluation Winchester has determined the above lots of RANGER® Law Enforcement ammunition may contain incorrect propellant. Incorrect propellant in this ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter or bystanders to a risk of serious personal injury when fired.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER® RANGER® 223 REMINGTON 64 GRAIN POWER-POINT® AMMUNITION THAT HAS A LOT NUMBER ENDING IN DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, DK51, DM70, DM80, DM90, DM01, DM11 or DM21. The ammunition Lot Number is ink stamped inside the right tuck flap of the 20-round carton, as indicated here:

To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, review the Lot Number. If the last four characters of the Lot Number are DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, DK51, DM70, DM80, DM90, DM01, DM11 or DM21 immediately discontinue use and contact Winchester toll-free at 866-423-5224 to arrange for replacement ammunition and free UPS pick-up of the recalled ammunition.

This notice applies only to RANGER® 223 Remington 64 Grain Power-Point® centerfire rifle ammunition with lot numbers ending in DK01, DK11, DK21, DK31, DK41, DK51, DM70, DM80, DM90, DM01, DM11 and DM21. Other Symbol Numbers or Lot Numbers are not subject to this recall.

If you have any questions concerning this RANGER® Law Enforcement ammunition recall please call toll-free 866-423-5224, write to Winchester (600 Powder Mill Road, East Alton, IL 62024 Attn: RA223R2 Recall), or visit our website at www.winchester.com.

We apologize for this inconvenience.

WINCHESTER

good job on keeping every1 up to date

http://www.federalpremium.com/pdf/243AS_ProductWarning.pdf
8/11/11

POWER-SHOK™ .243 Win PRODUCT WARNING

Thanks for the notice Golfman6

IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE - November 7, 2011
PRODUCT:
Thompson Center Venture Rifle

DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARD:
During an internal technical review, Smith & Wesson determined that some of the sears used on Venture rifles produced from August 1, 2011 to October 28, 2011, may not have been manufactured to specification. Because the sear is an important part of the firing mechanism, we are asking that all of the rifles produced during this time period be returned to Smith & Wesson so that the firearm can be inspected by our technicians to ensure that the rifle operates in a safe and appropriate manner.

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/s...78_757978_image

November 14, 2011
Smith & Wesson Broadens Thompson Center Venture Recall


PRODUCT: ALL Thompson Center Venture Rifles manufactured prior to October 28, 2011.

DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARD: During an internal technical review, Smith & Wesson identified a condition that may exist with the sear supplied with some rifles that would allow the rifle to fire without the trigger being pulled. In the interest of consumer safety, we are initiating this recall to allow for the prompt inspection and, if necessary, the repair of each rifle.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT INVOLVED: This broadens the recall announced by Smith & Wesson on November 8, 2011. This recall applies to ALL Venture rifles manufactured prior to October 28, 2011. To determine if your rifle is affected, please reference the serial number list located at www.smith-wesson.com/venturerecall or by calling Smith & Wesson directly at
1-800-713-0356. If your serial number does not fall within the list of affected serial numbers, your rifle is not part of this recall.

REMEDY/ACTION TO BE TAKEN: STOP USING YOUR RIFLE. Any unintended discharge of a firearm has the potential to cause injury or death, and we ask that you stop using your rifle until we have an opportunity to inspect the sear to make certain that there is no condition which will allow the rifle to fire without the trigger being pulled. To facilitate the inspection and, if necessary, repair of your rifle, please contact Smith & Wesson's customer service department to receive instructions and a prepaid return label for the return of your rifle to Smith & Wesson. When you return your rifle to Smith & Wesson, be sure to attach the completed information card received from Smith & Wesson, so that your rifle can be returned to you as quickly and efficiently as possible.

VERIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION: When your rifle is returned, you should note a punch dot on the trigger assembly. See the photograph below. This punch dot is confirmation that your sear has been inspected and the hazard has not been found or has been corrected. When your rifle sear is returned, you should also note a red checkmark on the label on the outside of your box. See the photograph above. This checkmark is further confirmation that your sear has been inspected and the hazard has not been found or has been corrected.

Thought I'd pass this along anyways since its been quite a few
years since this topic came up. I have not seen or heard of any up-dates on these topics or if anyone has en-countered any of these items in question. Here are the links to the items being counterfeited so Please be careful when buying.
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/showthread.php?t=126411
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_7_142/929021_Aimpoint_3X_Magnifier_clone_with_Larue_clone_mount_.html
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_7_142/927087_Eotech_Clone.html

500 S&W by Hornady. Link to recall

Thanks Varget

I read a persons' post re" reloading manuals and updates the other day....I still cannot believe that anyone in todays time
and place believes that products remain the same every year and
that they can use tech. manuals some over 20yrs old because the
powder is still called by the same brand name...

I remember us loading 7mm Rem Mags so hot that the primers were
bulging at the edges and thought that might be OK, but a little
hot..but that was in the 60's...I guess that's why some many folks have to purchase new rifles, ect annually...Dirt

Product Safety Recall Notice
Warning

DO NOT USE REMINGTON 270 WIN. 150 GRAIN SOFT POINT (SP) AMMUNITION WITH LOT NOS. N16SA24L, N16SA24R, N16SB24L, N16SB24R, N13SC24L, N13SC24R

Remington has determined that six (6) Lot Numbers of its 270 Win. 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition may have been improperly loaded. The six (6) Lot Numbers are identified above. Improper loading may cause a malfunction of the cartridge when the firearm is fired resulting in higher than normal pressures. This malfunction may result in damage to the firearm, serious personal injury or death.

DO NOT USE
REMINGTON 270 WIN. 150 GRAIN SOFT POINT (SP) AMMUNITION WITH LOT NOS. N16SA24L, N16SA24R, N16SB24L, N16SB24R, N13SC24L, N13SC24R

To identify if you have one of these Lots of ammunition:

* If you have a case of 270 Win 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition, the Lot Number is stenciled on the outside of the case; and,
* If you have a box of 270 Win 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition, the Lot Number is stamped on the inside flap of the box.

If you have any of this Remington 270 Win 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition, as identified above, immediately discontinue use of this ammunition and contact Remington at the below telephone number. Remington will arrange for the return shipment of your ammunition and upon receipt will send you replacement ammunition at no cost to you. If you are unsure whether or not you have one or more of these Lots of ammunition or if you have mixed boxes of ammunition; please immediately discontinue the use of the ammunition and contact Remington at the below telephone number – we will replace this ammunition for you.

For any consumer questions or instructions on how to return your Remington 270 Win. 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition with one of the following Lot Numbers: N16SA24L, N16SA24R, N16SB24L, N16SB24R, N13SC24L, or N13SC24R, please contact the Remington Consumer Service Department at 1-800-243-9700, Prompt #4.

The only Remington 270 Win 150 Gr Soft Point Ammunition affected by this recall has one of the following Lot Numbers: N16SA24L, N16SA24R, N16SB24L, N16SB24R, N13SC24L, or N13SC24R. No other Lots or ammunition are affected.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

For safety reasons this thread is very important, thanks!

Stainless Howa 1500 Recall

I just read a notice about Howa Machinery, LTD recalling certain of their Model 1500 Stainless Steel Rifles that were manufactured between Nov. 2009 and Sept. 2011. You need to stop using your Howa Stainless until you can check its serial number at www.regcen.com/m1500ss or call: 1-888-770-7031. They don't go into any details about the nature of the problem, but the fact that they want you to stop using it until you check and then, if necessary, have it repaired, indicates it's something rather serious. There, of course, will be no charge for the repairs that might be needed.

Here are the details on the Howa 1500 Stainless recall:

PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL
HOWA MACHINERY, LTD. MODEL 1500, STAINLESS STEEL RIFLES


Howa Machinery. Ltd. is performing a Product Recall of Howa Model 1500 Stainless Steel Rifles that were manufactured between November 2009 and September 2011 and sold through licensed gun dealers throughout Australia between December 2009 and the present. The recall does not apply to any other model of Howa M1500 rifles.


In order to determine if your rifle is affected by this recall, please check the serial number on your rifle and refer to the Serial Number List located at www.regcen.com\m1500ss, or call the Howa Registration Center toll free at 1800 688 947.


Issue: Some M1500 Stainless Steel Rifles have less tightening torque of the barrel nut than is required by Howa's manufacturing specifications.

Hazard: Use of the rifle with a loosened barrel nut may lead to a failure in a discharge situation, or it may lead to personal injury.

What to do: IF YOU OWN A M1500 STAINLESS STEEL RIFLE WITH A SERIAL NUMBER THAT INCLUDES IT IN THIS RECALL, STOP USING THE RIFLE IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT THE HOWA REPAIR CENTRE TO ARRANGE FOR IT TO BE INSPECTED AND, IF NECESSARY, REPAIRED. Do not use your rifle until it has been inspected and, if necessary, repaired by the Howa Repair Center.

Contact details: Please contact 1800 688 947

Howa Machinery Ltd. apologizes for any inconvenience to its customers resulting from this recall, but it is important that owners of affected rifles take advantage of this free recall and do not use an affected rifle before it has been inspected and repaired. All work will be done at no charge.

October 5, 2012
Safety Recall Notice Issued for Certain Walther PK380 Pistols

During an internal quality review, Carl Walther GmbH has identified a condition that may exist in certain PK380 pistols which may permit a round to be discharged if the trigger is pulled, despite engagement of the manual safety. Walther has found that engagement of the manual safety may not prevent firing of a chambered round when the trigger is pulled.

This recall applies to Walther PK380, .380 ACP pistols manufactured by Carl Walther GmbH from May through September 2012, which have a serial number range from PK101201 to PK112155.

STOP USING YOUR PISTOL AND RETURN IT TO WALTHERAMERICA AT ONCE.

Any unintended discharge of a firearm has the potential to cause injury, and we ask that you stop using your pistol until we have an opportunity to inspect it to make certain that there is no condition which will allow the pistol to discharge with the safety engaged.

To facilitate the inspection and repair, if necessary, of your pistol, please contact Waltheramerica's customer service department at 1-800-713-0356 to receive instructions and a call tag for the return of your pistol to Waltheramerica.

Additional information will be posted on Waltheramerica.com. If you have any questions about this recall, please contact Waltheramerica at 1-800-713-0356.

http://www.gunauction.com/news/index.cfm...8-lapua-magnum/

Warning! Do Not Use Remington 338 Lapua Magnum




(GunAuction.com) — Remington has issued a Product Safety Recall Notice for its 338 Lapua Magnum 250-grain Scenar Match Ammunition Lot Nos. L13SA29L, L13SA29R, L13SB29L, or L13SB29R.

“We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” a statement from the company said.

Remington has determined the above lots may have been improperly loaded. Improper loading may cause malfunctions which may result in damage to the firearm, serious personal injury or death.

To identify Lot numbers:

For cases, the Lot Number is stenciled on the outside of the case; and,
For boxes, the Lot Number is stamped on the inside flap of the box.

If you have any of this ammunition, immediately discontinue use and contact Remington at 1-800-243-9700, Prompt #3. The company will arrange for return shipment and, upon receipt, will send replacement ammunition at no cost.

If you are unsure if you have one of these Lots or if you have mixed boxes of ammunition, please immediately discontinue use and contact Remington.

For any consumer questions or instructions on how to return product, contact the Consumer Service Department at 1-800-243-9700, Prompt #3.

Another one from Remington.

Remington/UMC 38 Special +P Packaging Mix

Remington has determined that one specific lot code of the 100 round box of 38 SPECIAL+P 125 GRAIN SEMI-JACKETED HOLLOW POINT (L38S2B) ammunition, may contain 357 Magnum ammunition. This packaging mix is specific to lot number: P24UA18R only. DO NOT USE. Usage of 357 Magnum ammunition in 38 Special firearms could result in firearm damage and personal injury.

DO NOT USE
REMINGTON/UMC 38 SPECIAL +P 125 GR. SEMI-JACKETED HOLLOW POINT AMMUNITION WITH LOT NUMBER: P24UA18R

To identify if you have one of these Lots of ammunition:

- If you have a case of 38 Special +P 125 Gr. Semi-Jacketed Ammunition the Lot Number is stenciled on the outside of the case; and,

- If you have a box of 38 Special +P 125 Gr. Semi-Jacketed Ammunition the Lot Number is stamped on the inside flap of the box.

If you have any of this Remington/UMC 38 Special +P 125 Gr. Semi-Jacketed Ammunition, as identified above, immediately discontinue use of this ammunition and contact Remington at the below telephone number. Remington will arrange for the return shipment of your ammunition and upon receipt will send you replacement ammunition at no cost to you.

For any consumer questions or instructions on how to return of your Remington/UMC 38 Special +P 125 Gr. Semi-Jacketed Ammunition with Lot Number P24UA18R, please contact the Remington Consumer Service Department at: 1-800-243-9700, Prompt #4. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Winchester Issues Recall for 5.56 Ammo
2-11-2013

Amid a national ammo shortage this is probably the last thing you want to hear. Winchester has issued a recall for some of their 5.56mm centerfire rifle ammo.

The company stated in the recall notice that after an extensive evaluation they found that a single lot of Winchester 5.56mm M855 62 Grain Pene (penetrator) ammunition may contain incorrect propellant, an issue that if used may cause damage to the firearm or render it inoperable, or may cause injury to the shooter or bystanders.

The 5.56mm M855 is an economical brand that features a steel core and a green penetrating tip. Online it typically costs $10.

The company asks that you do not use the 5.56 ammo from boxes marked with the symbol number "ZGQ3308″ and the lot number "WCC10M106-004″. Both identifying numbers are stamped on outside of the 900-round shipping container, and on the outside of the 30-round box.

Winchester asks that if you do have a box of defective ammo to immediately discontinue using it and contact the company to exchange it at no cost to the consumer. You can contact Winchester at 866-423-5224 and they'll arrange for free UPS pick-up. As soon as the company receives the package, a replacement box will be shipped out.

The company can also be reached via snail mail. If you have a questions relating to this issue write to Winchester at 600 Powder Mill Road, East Alton, IL 62024 with "Attn: 5.56mm M855 Recall" at the top, or visit the company's website at www.winchester.com.

Winchester 5.56 recall

http://www.theoutdoorwire.com/story/1360566772fa074sgrheq

Olin Corporation, through its Winchester Division, is recalling one (1) lot of its 5.56mm M855 62 Grain PENE centerfire rifle ammunition.

Symbol Number: ZGQ3308
Lot Number: WCC10M106-004

Through extensive evaluation Winchester has determined the above lot of 5.56mm M855 ammunition may contain incorrect propellant. Incorrect propellant in this ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter or bystanders to a risk of serious personal injury when fired.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER® SYMBOL NUMBER ZGQ3308 LOT NUMBER WCC10M106-004 5.56mm M855 62 GRAIN PENE AMMUNITION. The ammunition Symbol Number and Lot Number are ink stamped on the outside of the 900-round shipping container, and on the outside of the 30-round carton as indicated here:

To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, review the Symbol Number and Lot Number. If it is Symbol Number ZGQ3308 and Lot Number WCC10M106-004 immediately discontinue use and contact Winchester toll-free at 866-423-5224 for free UPS pick-up of the recalled ammunition. Upon receipt of your recalled ammunition, Winchester will ship replacement ammunition directly to you.

This notice applies only to Symbol Number ZGQ3308 with Lot Number WCC10M106-004. Other Symbol Numbers or Lot Numbers are not subject to this recall.

If you have any questions concerning this 5.56mm M855 ammunition recall please call toll-free 866-423-5224, write to Winchester (600 Powder Mill Road, East Alton, IL 62024 Attn: 5.56mm M855 Recall), or visit our website at www.winchester.com.

We apologize for this inconvenience.

WINCHESTER

February 4, 2013

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Good Posts. Something factual we can actually use.

Any more updates?