CPSC recall 14197
MXB crossbows
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-09
On 2015-01-09 the CPSC announced a recall of MXB crossbows by Mathews Archery, citing the crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14197 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2014-06-03 |
| Published | 2015-01-09 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Mathews Archery |
| Distribution | US |
Product
MXB crossbows | This recall involves Mission Archery crossbows that have the automatic safety located behind the trigger at rear of scope mount, models MXB 320, MXB Dagger, MXB 400 and MXB 360; and serial numbers ranging from XB04879 to XB16555. The crossbows were sold in black, lost camo AT (a three-color camouflage pattern with light brown, dark brown, dark green), white camo and pink camo pattern. The crossbows measure between 29 and 35 inches long and were available individually or as part of a package that included a black scope, quiver, three bolts and a rope cocking aid. Mission by Mathews is engraved on the left rear side of the crossbow's rail. The serial number is located on the underside of the rail directly behind the safety. Mission and the model name are printed on each limb.
Reason
The crossbow can fire an arrow unexpectedly without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Mission-Archery-Recalls-Crossbows
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