Tippmann Sports Recalls Paintball Markers Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert)
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6493.
This recall involves rental versions of Tippmann model FT-12 .50 caliber and 0.68-inch caliber paintball markers. The markers are made of metal and are black. They have a round front grip and a rear grip with yellow inserts. With the barrel attached, the markers are about 20 inches long. The left side of the upper receiver has "Tippmann" molded into the front and a silver, metal name plate with "Rental" riveted to the center. Serial numbers on recalled markers are from 86941 to 108040. The serial number is etched onto the bottom rear of the marker just below the rear hinge.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-6493.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paintball markers and contact Tippman for a free repair kit or to arrange to ship the affected marker to Tippmann for repair at no cost. Tippman is contacting its customers directly.
✅ 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 This Product Is Not Sold Through Retail Outlets. This Product Was Sold From January 2015 To July 2015 Directly To Distributors And Paintball Fields As A Rental Marker For Use By Customers. 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-6493.
Tippmann Sports Service Department at 800-533-4831 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.tippman.com and click on the "Recall" icon at the top of the page for more information.
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This Product Is Not Sold Through Retail Outlets. This Product Was Sold From January 2015 To July 2015 Directly To Distributors And Paintball Fields As A Rental Marker For Use By Customers. Recall FAQ
This Product Is Not Sold Through Retail Outlets. This Product Was Sold From January 2015 To July 2015 Directly To Distributors And Paintball Fields As A Rental Marker For Use By Customers. is the subject of a sports & recreation recall: Tippmann Sports Recalls Paintball Markers Due to Impact Hazard (Recall Alert). The notice was published on August 27, 2015 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 6,500 units are potentially affected.