Tippmann A-5 Paintball Markers Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5159.
This recall involves Tippmann A-5® markers with serial numbers 0409301 to 0422200. The serial number appears on the packaging accompanying each marker and is engraved on the left side of the marker near the front grip. Serial numbers ending in an "R" have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5159.
Consumers should stop using the recalled paintball markers immediately and contact Tippmann Sports for a free repair kit.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Major Sporting Goods Retailers, Paintball Dealers And Online Retailers Nationwide From May 2008 Through February 2009 For Between $180 And $350. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5159.
For further information, call Tippmann Sports toll-free at (866) 841-3029 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, send e-mail to recall@tippmann.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tippmann.com/recall
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Major Sporting Goods Retailers, Paintball Dealers And Online Retailers Nationwide From May 2008 Through February 2009 For Between $180 And $350. Recall FAQ
Major Sporting Goods Retailers, Paintball Dealers And Online Retailers Nationwide From May 2008 Through February 2009 For Between $180 And $350. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Tippmann A-5 Paintball Markers Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Injury. The notice was published on March 12, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 13,000 units are potentially affected.