CPSC, Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Padlocks and Cable Gun Locks

危险说明 Hazard

• The padlocks can be opened using keys other than those originally provided with the locks and the cable locks can be opened if struck with force, potentially allowing unauthorized access to a firearm.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

These are 1.2 million padlocks and 800,000 cable gun locks that bear the "Ruger" name. Ruger began its voluntary lock replacement program in March 2001. Consumers should always be sure to obey all laws and follow appropriate safety procedures when storing their firearms. Consumers are reminded to make sure their unloaded gun is secure until the new replacement lock is received.

事故与伤害 Incidents / Injuries

• Ruger is aware of three incidents where a consumer was able to open a padlock without the use of its designated key. No injuries have been reported.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers with the recalled padlocks and cable locks should send them to Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., Dept. LK, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773 for a free replacement lock.

消费者联系信息

For more information, call Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. toll-free at (888) 317-6887 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Ruger's website at www.Ruger- Firearms.com

相关企业

制造商：Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., of Southport, Conn.

零售商：Lockable boxes using these padlocks were shipped by Ruger with its pistols and revolvers, from 1987 until 1995. The red cable locks were shipped with Ruger rifles and shotguns, from 1998 until March 2001. These locks were distributed nationwide.