Chinese rifles sold in New York could fire ‘unexpectedly’

Numerous rifles made in China but sold by a New York company have been recalled because the rifles can “unexpectedly discharge.”

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of air rifles.

Air rifle recall in New York State

Crosman Icon is recalling around 2,500 air rifles because they pose a risk.

“An uncocked and unloaded air rifle may discharge unexpectedly when struck or dropped, creating a risk of injury,” the CPSC explains in its recall.

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Made in China, imported to New York

The rifles are manufactured in China and imported by Crosman Corp., based in Bloomfield, New York.

Crosman is attempting to contact all known buyers.

Sold in stores and online

The recalled air rifles are sold at Do It Best Hardware, True Value, Service Star and Sportsman’s Guide stores nationwide.

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They are also sold online at www.Crosman.com, www.pyramydair.com and www.Amazon.com.

Each rifle cost about $310. The recalled air rifles were sold between March 2022 and March 2024.

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At the time of this writing, no injuries have been reported, but according to the CPSC, there has been at least one report of an “accidental discharge.”

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