CPSC Recall in 2016: Carbon Express Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2016.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-058

Date: December 20, 2016

Product Name: Crossbows

Recall Description:

This recall involves two Carbon Express Blade crossbows in black (model 20292) or camouflage (model 20240). Both crossbows have “Blade” printed on the sides of the bow. The bows have a half aluminum rail and a die cast riser. All models have a black pistol grip with a black butt stock and weigh about 6.5 pounds. The crossbows shoot 320fps and have a 13 inch power stroke. The model number is printed on a metallic sticker on the bottom left limb of the crossbow.

Hazard Description:

The crossbow can fire unexpectedly when the safety is engaged, posing an injury hazard to the user or bystander.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 3,800

Incidents:

The firm has received one report of a crossbow firing unexpectedly, resulting in a thumb laceration.

Sold At:

Bass Pro, Ellett Brothers and other hunting and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Carbonexpresscrossbows.com from July 2016 through October 2016 for between $250 and $300.

Manufactured In:

Taiwan