CPSC, Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Padlocks and Cable Gun Locks

Recalled May 9, 2001 · CPSC recall 01148 · Sturm, Ruger &

Hazard

The padlocks can be opened using keys other than those originally provided with the locks and the cable locks can be opened if struck with force, potentially allowing unauthorized access to a firearm.

Remedy

Consumers with the recalled padlocks and cable locks should send them to Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., Dept. LK, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773 for a free replacement lock.

Units

1.2 million

Incidents / injuries

Ruger is aware of three incidents where a consumer was able to open a padlock without the use of its designated key. No injuries have been reported.

Description

These are 1.2 million padlocks and 800,000 cable gun locks that bear the "Ruger" name. Ruger began its voluntary lock replacement program in March 2001. Consumers should always be sure to obey all laws and follow appropriate safety procedures when storing their firearms. Consumers are reminded to make sure their unloaded gun is secure until the new replacement lock is received.

What to do

Consumers with the recalled padlocks and cable locks should send them to Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., Dept. LK, 411 Sunapee Street, Newport, NH 03773 for a free replacement lock.

Contact

For more information, call Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. toll-free at (888) 317-6887 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Ruger's website at www.Ruger- Firearms.com

Product

Ruger cable gun locks

Manufacturer(s)

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc., of Southport, Conn.

Retailers

Lockable boxes using these padlocks were shipped by Ruger with its pistols and revolvers, from 1987 until 1995. The red cable locks were shipped with Ruger rifles and shotguns, from 1998 until March 2001. These locks were distributed nationwide.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →