6,100 12 GUN FIREPROOF SAFES RECALLED; INJURY HAZARD
Name of Product:
Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes
Hazard:
The mechanical internal locking plates can fail to align and allow unauthorized users to open the gun safes, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
Remedy:
Recall Date:
December 05, 2024
Units:
About 6,100
Consumer Contact
Academy Sports + Outdoors toll-free at 888-922-2336 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT, [email protected], or online at www.academy.com/product-recalls or www.academy.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description:
This recall involves Academy Sports + Outdoors Redfield 12-Gun and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes. The 12-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179498 and 18-Gun Fireproof Safe has the model number 179499. “Redfield” is printed on the front door above the number pad. The model name and serial number are located on a red label at the bottom right corner of the safe door. The dark gray steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The 12-gun safe measures 53 inches high by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep, and the 18-gun safe measures 55 inches high by 18 inches wide by 18 inches deep.
| Model | Affected Serial Numbers |
|---|---|
| Redfield 12-Gun Fireproof Safe | G02BXXXXXXXXXX
G03BXXXXXXXXXX |
| Redfield 18-Gun Fireproof Safe | G10AXXXXXXXXXX
G11AXXXXXXXXXX G12AXXXXXXXXXX G01BXXXXXXXXXX G02BXXXXXXXXXX G03BXXXXXXXXXX |
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the Redfield 12- and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes and return them to any Academy Sports + Outdoors store for a free replacement or a refund. Consumers can also contact Academy’s Customer Care to arrange for a replacement or refund.
Incidents/Injuries:
None reported
Sold At:
Academy stores and online at academy.com from February 2024 through August 2024 for between $350 and $600.
Importer(s):
Academy Ltd., d/b/a Academy Sports + Outdoors, of Katy, Texas
Manufactured In:
Vietnam
Recall number:
25-060
