26-02-2009

Bowtech - "The General" Compound Bows.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 18, 2009
Release #09-132 Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 689-1289
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: “The General” Compound Bows

Units: About 8,000

Manufacturer: BowTech Archery, of Eugene, Ore.

SQAS Archers are advised to read the full details of this recall on the CPSC Website and the Product Advice on the Bowtech Website.