PRA number
2012/13269
Published date
Product description
Howa Model 1500 stainless steel rifles
Reasons the product is recalled
The barrel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently to meet the torque specifications.
The hazards to consumers
The use of a rifle with a barrel nut that is not properly tightened may lead to a failure in a discharge situation. This could result in personal injury.
What consumers should do
Consumers should either visit the recall website at www.regcen.com\m1500ss or call 1800 688 947 to determine if their rifles are being recalled. If so, the consumer should stop using the rifle immediately and follow the instructions provided by the website or by Outdoor Sporting Agencies (OSA), the Australian distributor. Consumers should return the rifle to the place of purchase so that it can either be replaced or repaired. OSA is the only entity that is qualified to inspect and repair or replace the rifles. Consumers should not attempt to repair their rifles themselves. Consumers should not rely upon the advice of their dealers to determine whether the rifle needs to be repaired.
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Licensed dealers nationwide.
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Dates available for sale
-
Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
