Excal: Matrix Mega 405 crossbows can fire unexpectedly, causing injury. Stop using and return to store for free repair.
The crossbow can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and to bystanders.
Excalibur is recalling its Matrix Mega 405 crossbows because they can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, risking injury to the user or bystanders. This hazard means the crossbows must be stopped using immediately and returned for repair.
The crossbow can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, which means it might shoot unexpectedly while in use. This poses a direct injury risk to the user and anyone nearby.
Owners of Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 crossbows sold in mossy oak treestand camouflage pattern are affected. Users and bystanders near the crossbow could be injured if it fires unexpectedly.
Check for the Matrix 405 label on the left side of the stock. The crossbow was sold in mossy oak treestand camouflage pattern and measures about 36 inches long.
Immediately stop using the recalled crossbow to prevent unexpected firing.
Return the crossbow to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair.
Contact Excalibur for instructions on shipping the product directly for a free repair.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to the place of purchase to return to Excalibur for a free inspection and repair, or contact Excalibur for instructions on shipping the product directly to Excalibur for a free repair. Excalibur will pay for shipping.
The crossbow can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders.
Check for the Matrix 405 label on the left side of the stock. The crossbow was sold in mossy oak treestand camouflage pattern and measures about 36 inches long.
Immediately stop using it and return it to the place of purchase for a free inspection and repair, or contact Excalibur for shipping instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Excalibur to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1659 — Excalibur Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 Crossbows Hello, I own a Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 Crossbows that is covered by recall 1659 from Excalibur. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crossbows and return them to the place of purchase to return to Excalibur for a free inspection and repair, or contact Excalibur for instructions on shipping the product directly to Excalibur for a free repair. Excalibur will pay for shipping. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
