Ammunition Recalls and Warnings

Ammo Recalls & Warnings

WINCHESTER, 22 LONG RIFLE CALIBER, SUBSONIC, LOT NUMBER EK72

RECALL: The Olin Corporation, through its Winchester Division, is recalling a lot of 22 Caliber Subsonic Ammunition.

Through extensive evaluation, Winchester has determined that one lot of 22 Caliber Subsonic Ammunition manufactured in its Australian plant may contain cartridges with double powder charges.  Our evaluation determined that approximately 1,024 double powder charge weight cartridges may have been produced out of 440,000 rounds manufactured in LOT NUMBER EK72. Double powder charge weight ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter to a risk of personal injury when fired.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER .22 CALIBER SUBSONIC AMMUNITION 
THAT HAS LOT NUMBER EK72.

The ammunition lot number is stamped (embossed into the cardboard) on the inside flap of the ammunition box.  To determine if you ammunition is subject to this notice, review the lot number and if it contains LOT NUMBER EK72, return it to Winchester at the address below for replacement.  Other lot numbers are not subject to this recall and should not be returned to Winchester.

Olin Corporation
Winchester Division
427 North Shamrock Street
East Alton, Illinois 62024

Attention: Product Service Department

                 .22 Caliber Subsonic Recall

Winchester will send you a coupon good for replacement ammunition from your local Winchester dealer.

If you have any questions concerning this .22 Caliber Subsonic Ammunition Recall, please write to the address above or call:

(800) 526-0015 (except Alaska, Hawaii and Canada)

(800) 258-2833 (for Alaska, Hawaii and Canada

We apologize for any inconvenience.

WINCHESTER

Source: 

Guns & Ammo, July 1992; page 83
American Hunter, May 1992; page ?
AFTE Journal, July 1992, Volume 24, Number 3:253

WINCHESTER, 22 LONG RIFLE CALIBER, WILDCAT

Recall of 22 Rimfire Wildcat Brand Ammunition

Code Numbers LF03, LF12, LF22, LF32, LF41, LF42, LF52, LF62, LF81, LF91, LF92

We are recalling cartridges from 12 lots of Wildcat brand 22 long rifle rimfire ammunition due to excessive pressure in some of the cartridges, which can make them potentially hazardous to shoot.  Use of this ammunition can cause damage to 22 caliber firearms and could cause personal injury.

The ammunition being recalled is identified by codes that contain LF03, LF12, LF22 and all "LF" codes followed by a two-digit number greater than 22.  The number 1, 2, or 3 may precede the "LF" in the code, and one or more letters may follow the two-digit number.

(A typical code on the box reads "1LF12PY".)

This ammunition can be identified by the Code Numbers shown above which are printed on the inside tuck flap of each 50 round box and on the upper right hand corner of the end panel of 5000 round cases.

If you have Wildcat brand 22 rimfire ammunition with any of these identifying numbers, please return it to your dealer for replacement.  Do not mail the ammunition to us as it is against postal regulations.

This notice is limited to the Code Numbers shown above.  All other Wildcat Ammunition is not included in this recall.

Winchester-Western

Source: Guns & Ammo, January 1977; page 12

              Guns, April 1977; page ?

WINCHESTER, 22 LONG RIFLE CALIBER, WILDCAT

Recall of 22 Rimfire Wildcat Brand Ammunition

Lot Numbers: 3RA42L, 1RH71L, 1RH81L, 2RH81L and 3RH81L

Olin Corporation, through its Winchester Division, is recalling five (5) lots of its WILDCAT 22 Long Rifle High Velocity Rimfire ammunition (Symbol Number WW22LR).

Through extensive evaluation Winchester has determined the above five (5) lots of WILDCAT 22 ammunition may contain double powder charges. Double powder charge weight ammunition may cause firearm damage, rendering the firearm inoperable, and subject the shooter to a risk of personal injury when fired.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER WILDCAT 22 LONG RIFLE HIGH VELOCITY RIMFIRE AMMUNITION that has Lot Numbers 3RA42L, 1RH71L, 1RH81L, 2RH81L and 3RH81L.

The ammunition Lot Number is imprinted (stamped without ink) on the outside of the right tuck flap of the 50-round box.. IF your ammunition contains these Lot Numbers, return the ammunition to Winchester via United Parcel Service (UPS). Securely pack the ammunition into a corrugated cardboard box, write “CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS ORM-D” on the outside, and ship to:

Olin Corporation – Winchester Division
Tile Warehouse
Powder Mill Road, Gate 4A
East Alton,IL 62024
Attention: 22 Caliber Recall

Winchester will send you coupons good for replacement ammunition from your local Winchester dealer. If you have any questions concerning this WILDCAT 22 Long Rifle High Velocity Rimfire ammunition recall please call toll-free 866-423-5224 (U.S. & Canada), write to the above address, or visit our website @ www.winchester.com
 

Source:

American Rifleman, November 2001; page 71
Company Notice, September 18, 2001
Company Website, September 24, 2001
Shotgun News, October 10, 2001; Volume 55, Number 29:11
Albany Times Union Newspaper, October 11, 2001; page C-8
IAA Journal, Issue 423, January/February, 2002:37

CCI/SPEER GOLD DOT

RECALL: AMMUNITION PRODUCED BETWEEN 9/25/01 & 3/31/02 IN 25 AUTO, 32 AUTO, 380 AUTO,9MM LUGER, 9MM LUGER +P, 40 S&W CALIBERS

You should discontinue use of the subject ammunition due to an intermittent, low frequency occurrence of primer misfires.

Speer Gold Dot 25 Auto, 32 Auto, 380 Auto, 9MM Luger, 9MM Luger +P and 40 S&W ammunition produced between 9/25/01 and 3/31/02 should be returned to the factory for a no charge replacement. Replacement ammunition will incorporate an “A” mark in the primer cup for identification purposes.

SPEER GOLD DOT AMMUNITION RECALL LOT #’S

Letters in Lot Code indicate month and year of production. Recall period is from September 25th, 2001 to March 31st, 2002. Lot #’s with the sequence of letters shown below are part of the recall.

2001
J25Gxx to J30Gxx
KxxGxx
LxxGxx
MxxGxx

2002
AxxHxx
BxxHxx
CxxHxx

CCI/Speer (866) 288-7436 or (208) 746-2351
2299 Snake River Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501
 

Source:

Company Notice, April, 2002

REMINGTON, 6MM REMINGTON CALIBER

RECALL: Remington Arms Co., Inc., has announced the recall of defective 6 mm Remington cartridges which were loaded with 80 grain hollow point “Power Lokt” and 80 grain pointed soft-point bullets. in September and October of 1979. Abnormal pressure growth over those recorded when the ammunition was loaded in 1981 and 1982. Firearms damage has occurred and use of this ammunition could present a hazard to the shooter.

The 6 mm Remington cartridges covered by the recall have the following markings on the packages:

                  Caliber: 6 mm Remington

                  Bullet: 80 gr. Pointed Soft Point  or 80 gr. Hollow Point "Power Lokt"

                  Index No.: R6MM1 or R6MM2 (on lower right corner of end flap)

                  Code Nos.: If first letter is S, T, or U (on the left side of end flap).

The company said it is informing wholesalers and dealers to withhold from sale all 6 mm Remington cartridges in their inventories which bear code numbers. Remington representatives will make arrangements for return of the cartridges.

Consumers who have purchased 6 mm Remington ammunition in boxes bearing any of the above code numbers, should return the unused cartridges and fired cases for free replacement. They should be sent collect via United Parcel Service to:

Remington Arms Company, Inc.
Attention: G.T. Porter
Interstate Rt. 40 & Remington Rd.
Lonoke, AR72086

Source: 

              American Rifleman, December 1983; page 57

REMINGTON, 38 SPECIAL CALIBER, 38 SPECIAL +P CALIBER, 9 MM LUGER CALIBER

RECALL: Remington has recalled some .38 Special & 9mm Luger caliber ammunition.  Certain lots may have insensitive primers, which could result in a failure to fire.  Some of this ammunition may have been purchased by officers for use in off-duty weapons.   This ammunition is being recalled at the expense of the Remington Arms Company, Inc.

Look for the following product specifications on the end flap of the box:

.38 Special (+P) 95 JHP R38S1

.38 Special (+P) 110 JHP R38S10

.38 Special (+P) 125 JHP R38S2

.38 Special (+P) 158 HP R38S12

.38 Special (+P) 158 lead R38S8

.38 Special 158 lead R38S5

9mm Luger 115 JHP R9MM1

9mm Luger 124 FMJ R9MM2

If you have any of the above cartridges, look for the identification code printed on the inside end flap.

Only ammunition with identification codes beginning with the letter C and with the letters A, T, or H as the fourth character is being recalled.  Example - C03T132441 or C03H16213.  

If you have any of these cartridges, do not use them.  For replacement at no charge, call collect:

Bill Smith
Remington Arms Company, Inc.
Remington Road
Lonoke, Arkansas
(501) 676-3161 ext. 840

Source: AFTE Journal, January 1987; Volume 19, Number 1:7

              California Dept. of Justice Firearms Safety Note 86-5

WINCHESTER, 9MM LUGER CALIBER, SILVERTIP

RECALL: Olin Corporation, Winchester Division is recalling certain lots of its 9MM Luger (Parabellum) 115 gr. Silvertip Hollow Point (9MM STHP 115 gr.) ammunition.

Through extensive evaluation, Winchester has determined that certain lots of its 9MM STHP gr. ammunition may contain cartridges with low powder charge weights.  Our evaluation determined an approximate frequency of low powder weight cartridges of 1 out of 20,000 rounds.  Low powder weight ammunition may fire improperly, leaving a bullet in the barrel of the gun, and rendering the gun inoperable.

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER 9MM LUGER (PARABELLUM) 115 GR. SILVERTIP HOLLOW POINT AMMUNITION THAT HAS LOT NUMBERS CONTAINING THE FOLLOWING REFERENCES: BC, BD, BE, OR BF.

The ammunition lot number is stamped in the inside flap of the ammunition box.  To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, review the lot number and if it contains the letter reference identified above, return it to Winchester for replacement.  (An example of a lot number subject to this notice is 29BF 02.)  Lot numbers containing letter references other than BC, BD, BE or BF are not subject to this recall and should not be returned to Winchester.

Winchester will replace any 9MM STHP 115 gr. ammunition effected by this recall at no cost to you.  Please send the ammunition to the following address, freight collect:

Olin Corporation
Winchester Division
427 N. Shamrock St.
East Alton, IL 62024
Attn: Art Ambrosi, Manager, Product Services

If you have questions, please call Art Ambrosi at the following telephone numbers:

(800) 576-0015 (except Illinois, Alaska and Hawaii)

(800) 258-2833 (collect for Illinois, Alaska and Hawaii)

We apologize for this inconvenience.  There will be no charge for the replacement of the ammunition and you will be reimbursed for shipping costs.

Sincerely,

C.E. Becker
Director, Marketing
Olin Corporation

Source: Company Notice, October 25, 1988 

              California Department of Justice Firearms Safety Note 88-5

WINCHESTER, 9MM  LUGER CALIBER, 147 GRAIN SUBSONIC

RECALL: Through extensive evaluation, Winchester and the Maryland State Police have determined that a small number of rounds of LOT NUMBERS 68GF92, 87GF92, and 016GF92 of Winchester 9MM Luger Subsonic ammunition (XSUB9MM) may contain long cartridge cases.  These long cartridge cases can interfere with the firing mechanism, and can cause firearms to jam ("lock-up").

The lot number is stamped on the inside of the flap of the ammunition box.

Winchester will replace, free of charge, any ammunition from LOT NUMBERS 68GF92, 87GF92 and 016GF92 of Winchester 9mm Luger Subsonic ammunition.  To obtain replacement ammunition, call Winchester Product Service at 800-852-5734.

This notice applies only to LOT NUMBERS 68GF92, 87GF92 and 016GF92 of Winchester 9mm Luger Subsonic ammunition.   Other lot numbers are not affected by this notice.

Winchester apologizes for this inconvenience, and thanks to the Maryland State Police for bringing this matter to our attention.

Source: Company Notice, August 9, 1995

9 X 19 MM Hirtenberger AG

WARNING: Austrian ammunition maker Hirtenberger AG has put the word out concerning a quantity of its 9x19 mm ammunition that is "unique for use in any handgun."  According to a November 7 BATF Industry News release.  "The ammunition was loaded to produce pressures far in excess of that intended for use in handguns...This ammunition should not be fired."   The ammunition was produced for the British Ministry of Defense from 1990 through 1992 for use in submachine guns "under adverse conditions" and carries the "L7A1" designation.  While BATF is unaware of this ammunition being imported into the U.S., the maker advises that up to 12 million rounds were sold recently on the world surplus market.

The ammunition covered by this warning can be identified by the following headstamps:

12 o’clock position:            HP

 3 o’clock position:            90, 91, or 92

 6 o’clock position:            L7A1

 9 o’clock position:            a cross within a circle

For additional information contact BATF at (202) 927-8320.

Source: BATF Bulletin, November 7, 1996

              American Rifleman, January 1997; page 6

              IAA Journal, Jan./Feb. 1997; page 4

REMINGTON, 38 SPECIAL CALIBER

RECALL: Remington Arms Co. has recalled two Lots of .38 special caliber ammunition manufactured in July 1980, that company officials said could malfunction when fired. The cartridges may separate and leave part of the case obstructing the barrel, the firm said.

Remington spokesman E.A. McCawley, Jr. said the cartridges can be identified by the lot numbers printed on the inside of the boxes' end flap.

LOT NUMBERS P28A & P29A

The recall involves a total of 270,000 cartridges, he said.

Source: AFTE Journal, July 1981; Volume 13, Number 3:6

              Associated Press Report, May 13, 1981

MAGTECH, 45 AUTO CALIBER

RECALL: Magtech Recreational Products, Inc., has recently received several reports of a "squib", or low-powder load, in Magtech brand .45 ACP ammo.  Each of these reports has been traced to ammunition manufactured in LOT NUMBER L-602.

If a squib is shot, the bullet might lodge in the barrel of the firearm.  If another cartridge is then loaded and fired, there is a serious risk that bodily injury or damage to the firearm could occur.

Anyone with Magtech brand .45 ACP LOT NUMBER L-602 is requested to telephone the Magtech office at (800) 466-7191 for disposition and replacement instructions.

DO NOT, under any circumstances, FIRE OR SELL THIS AMMUNITION.

The LOT NUMBER is located on the inside flap of each individual carton of Magtech ammo.  It will appear similar to this: AR 1114 D L-602 16.553.

The L-602 is the lot number; all other numbers refer to the actual day of packaging

Magtech Recreational Products Inc.
5030 Paradise Road
Suite A104
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 736-2043

Source: AFTE Journal, April 1993; Volume 25, Number 2:151

              Gun World, September 1992; page 36

              Shooting Industry, August 1992; page 11

FEDERAL, 243 WINCHESTER CALIBER, PREMIUM

RECALL: Federal Cartridge Company is recalling ten lots of Premium brand caliber 243 Winchester cartridges.  Certain cartridges in these lots have been found to produce higher than normal pressures that could cause damage to some firearms and personal injury.  Do not shoot this ammunition.

These cartridges are packaged only in gold-colored boxes and not in red boxes.

These cartridges may be identified by the following markings on the outside of both package end flaps:

Federal Premium
243 Winchester
85 grain No. P24D
Boat-Tail Hollow Point Bullet

On the back panel of the box, there is a white rectangular area in which the lot number is printed.

Only the following LOT NUMBERS are being recalled:

Persons having any Federal Premium brand 243 Winchester cartridges from these lots are instructed to return all of these cartridges to:

Federal Cartridge Company
900 Ehein Drive
Anoka, Minnesota 55303
Attn: Ronald L. Ives

Ship via United Parcel Service "Collect".  Do not use United States Mail; it is illegal to send ammunition through the U.S. Postal Service!

Include your name and mailing address so that we may send a refund check to you.

Federal Cartridge Company
Minneapolis, MN 55402

Source: American Rifleman, July 1986; page 61

              California Dept. of Justice Firearms Safety Note 86-3

              Guns & Ammo, June 1986; page 12

              Shooting Industry, May 1986; page 18

REMINGTON, 243 WINCHESTER CALIBER

RECALL: The Remington Arms Company is recalling a quantity of .243 Winchester, 100 gr., PSP, centerfire ammunition, index # R243W3. This action was taken because a limited number of these cartridges were loaded with an insufficient powder charge.  This will result in failure to fire properly and could possibly leave a bullet lodged in the barrel.  This creates an obstruction that may be dangerous if another cartridge is fired.

While the total number of cartridges is small, any shooters who have purchased Remington .243 Winchester, 100 gr., PSP, centerfire ammunition, index #R243W3 since July 1992, are requested by Remington not to use them. They are requested to contact Remington first by calling the toll-free number:

(800) 634-2459 (USA)

(800) 634-5401 (Canada)

Remington personnel will assist them in determining if they possess affected cartridges by product description and lot number. The lot numbers of the affected product are located on the inside left flap of the 20-pack cardboard box and on the label of the 500 cartridge package. 

The LOT NUMBERS are: U06DC4605, U07DA4605, U07DB4605, & U07DC4605

No other product is involved but the one mentioned above.

This ammunition should NOT be fired.

If you have affected product, replacement or reimbursement will be made directly to you.  Please call our toll-free numbers listed above for directions.

Remington Dupont

Source: American Rifleman, March 1993; page 12

              Guns & Ammo, March 1993; page 9

              Rifle, ?????; page 44

REMINGTON, 7MM REMINGTON EXPRESS CALIBER

RECALL: Remington Arms Co., Inc., has announced the recall of defective 7 mm Express Remington cartridges which were manufactured in September and October of 1979.

Remington said the defective cartridges may produce higher than normal pressures which could damage some firearms, and which, under some circumstances, might cause personal injury. The company also recommended that fired cases from the ammunition not be reloaded because of possible adverse effects.

The 7 mm Express Remington cartridges covered by the recall have the following markings on the packages:

Caliber: 7 mm Express Remington

Bullet: 150 gr. Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt"

Index No.: R7M061 (on outside of end flap)

Lot Nos.: M2OF through M29F and M010 through M11O (on inside of end flap).

Remington said it recalled several other lots of 7 mm Express Remington cartridges in September 1980, because of a similar problem.

The LOT NUMBERS, which were manufactured in August 1979, were:

M021, M031, M061, M071, NI081, M091, and M131

The company said it is informing wholesalers and dealers to withhold from sale all 7 mm Express Remington cartridges in their inventories which bear lot numbers from both recalls. Remington representatives will make arrangements for return of the cartridges.

Consumers who have purchased 7 mm Express Remington ammunition since October 1979, bearing any of the above lot numbers, should return the unused cartridges and fired cases for free replacement. They should be sent collect via United Parcel Service to:

Remington Arms Company, Inc.
Attention: J.H. Chisnall
939 Barnum Avenue
P.O. Box #1939
Bridgeport, Conn. 06601

Source: AFTE Journal, October 1980; Volume 12, Number 4:103

              AFTE Journal, January 1982; Volume 14, Number 1:6

              American Rifleman, ???? 19??; page 56

              American Rifleman, October 1980; page 65

FEDERAL, 30-30 WINCHESTER CALIBER

REVELATION, 30-30 WINCHESTER CALIBER

WARDS, 30-30 WINCHESTER CALIBER

HIAWATHA, 30-30 WINCHESTER CALIBER

RECALL: Federal is recalling several lots of cartridges and empty unprimed cartridge cases due to a structural weakness that can cause a case head separation.  This can result in a jammed rifle and possible injury from escaping gas.

Cartridges and unprimed cartridge cases being recalled are identified by LOT NUMBERS with the final four numbers -5289 through -6285.  The code appears on the back of each box.  Example:  3A-6032.

Boxes have these brand names Federal, Revelation, Wards or Hiawatha.

If you have boxes with these codes call this toll-free number: (800) 328-7525 or write:

Customer Service
Federal Cartridge Corporation
Anoka, Minnesota 55303

This notice is limited to 30-30 cartridges and cartridge cases with the lot numbers described.

Source: Unknown Newspaper Notice, November 1976

FRONTIER, 30-30 WINCHESTER CALIBER

RECALL: Frontier Cartridge Company is recalling 30-30 Winchester caliber cartridges in 150 and 170-grain bullet weights from the following LOT NUMBERS:

6-38-76-9

6-42-76-9

9-68-76-9

9-71-76-9

The lot number is located on the inside end flap of each box.  Return this ammo to your dealer for replacement or write:

Frontier Cartridge Co. Inc.
P.O. Box 1848
Grand Island, Nebraska 68801

Source: Guns & Ammo, January 1977; page 17

              Unknown Newspaper Notice, November 1976

CBC, 7.62MM X 51MM CALIBER CARTRIDGES

RECALL: It has come to our attention that CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges from lots dated 1975 may pose a serious safety risk.  The specific cartridges in question bear the headstamp "CBC 7.62 75".

We hereby provide written notice to you that a potential hazard may exist with respect to outdated CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges.  There is a reported risk that such cartridges may cause excess pressure upon discharge and could result in serious bodily injury or damage.

Under no circumstances should these cartridges be used, given to anyone, or sold.

There have been isolated reports of rifles bursting as a result of excessive pressure in what appear to be these outdated CBC cartridges.  An independent testing lab reports that it detected a peak pressure that they estimated to be in excess of 130,000 CUP in one out of a batch of 20 outdated CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges dated 1975 that it tested.

CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges are manufactured solely for military use in several nations around the world.  CBC has not exported or sold any of these cartridges to or in the United States.  These particular cartridges are not intended for civilian use under any circumstances.

In addition, a warning is issued for any CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges from any year that bear a label on the packing material with the Spanish word "reengastada". That label was not affixed by CBC, and its application to ammunition is not yet clear.

Anyone who has, or believes they have, CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges from lots dated 1975, or CBC 7.62mm x 51mm cartridges from any year with the word "reengastada" on the packing label should immediately contact the dealer from whom they bought the rounds, and call the following toll-free phone number:

(800) 742-1094
CBC/Brazil

Source: Company Notice, 1975

WINCHESTER, 30-06 SPRINGFIELD CALIBER, SUPER X

RECALL: Olin Corporation_, through its Winchester Division, is recalling one (1) lot of its Super-X7 30-06 Springfield, 180 Gr. Power-Point (S.P.) ammunition (Symbol Number X30064).

Through extensive evaluation, Winchester has determined that a small number of cartridges of LOT NUMBER 137HF22 Super-X7 30-06 Springfield, 180 gr. Power-Point Ammunition may contain low powder charges. These low powder charges can cause a squib, or weak shot, which could result in a bullet remaining in the barrel after firing, obstructing the barrel. Firing a second shot into the obstructed barrel will cause firearm damage, and will subject the shooter and bystanders to a risk of personal injury. 

DO NOT USE WINCHESTER SUPER-X 30-06 SPRINGFIELD, 180 GR. POWER-POINT LOT NUMBER 137HF22.

The ammunition lot number is stamped on the inside of the flap of the ammunition box.

To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, review the lot number. If it contains LOT NUMBER 137HF22, return the ammunition to Winchester at this address:

Olin Corporation
Winchester Division
427 North Shamrock Street
East Alton, Illinois 62024-1191
Attention: Product Service Department, 30-06 Springfield Recall

Winchester will send you coupons good for replacement ammunition from your local Winchester dealer.

This notice applies only to Lot 137HF22. Other lot numbers are not subject to this recall, and should not be returned to Winchester.

If you have any questions concerning this Ammunition Recall, please call: (800) 852-5734 (except Alaska, Hawaii and Canada) or (618) 258-2670 or write to the address above.

We apologize for this inconvenience. 

Source: American Rifleman, July 1995; page 62

REMINGTON, 12 GAUGE, 00 BUCKSHOT, 9 PELLET

RECALL: The Remington Arms Company is recalling a quantity of 12gauge, 2-3/4 inch, 9-pellet, 00 buckshot shells produced during 1988.

A limited number of these shotshells were found to have been manufactured without powder. Using a powderless shell would result in a failure of the shell to fire properly and could possibly result in a wad being lodged in the barrel. In law enforcement applications, this could impair an officer's ability to return fire.

While the total number of affected shotshells is small, Remington asks that you withdraw from use any of their 2-3/4 inch, non-magnum, 00 buckshot shotshells if they were purchased since June 1988. Then, call Remington at either of the following toll-free numbers to determine if your shotshells are in an affected lot.

In USA call 1-800-654-2459.  In Canada: call I-800-654-540l.

When you call, you'll need the product code Identification and lot number, both of which appear on the packaging. The product code identification is located on both end-flaps of the 5-shotshell box and on both end-labels of the 250-shotshell package. This identification should read:

Remington, 00 Buckshot, 12 Gauge, 2-3/4 inch, 3-3/4-Dr. Eq., 9 pellets

The lot number locations are as follows:

On 5-pack boxes: on the inside, facing part of the top flap

On 250-shell cases: at the lower, right-hand corner of both end-labels.

The lot number will be an 8 or 9-digit combination of letters and numbers; for example:AJ21J532.

Only the following LOT NUMBERS are being recalled:

AJ (any #) J522 or 523 or 532

BJ (any #) J522 or 523 or 532

PAJ (any #) J522 or 523 or 532

PBJ (any #) J522 or 523 or 532

AK (any #) B522 or 523 or 532

BK (any #) B522 or 523 or 532

PAK (any #) B522 or 523 or 532

PBK (any #) B522 or 523 or 532

If your shotshells are in the affected lots, you will be given instructions on how to return the ammunition for quick replacement. Remember, only a limited quantity of standard, non-magnum, 2-3/4 inch, 12 gauge, 00 buckshot, 9 pellet loads are affected.

Remington

Source: Law Enforcement Technology, April 1989; page 21

REMINGTON, 12 GAUGE, 1 OZ. SLUGS

RECALL: A recall of defective deer slugs has been announced by the Remington Arms Co.  A news release said a small quantity of shells do not contain enough powder and the slugs could lodge in the barrel, possibly resulting in gun damage and danger to shooters.

The rifled slugs being recalled are from LOT NUMBER AT01H218 and are in boxes marked on end flaps:

"Remington SP12RS-5PK, Slugger 12-gauge 2 3/4"

"1 oz. HPRS, 5 Hollow Point Rifled Slugs,"

and on inside of end flaps, "AT01H218".

Persons owning such shotshells should send them via United Parcel Service to: 

Attention:

Remington Arms Co.
R. H. Potter
939 Barnum Avenue
Box 1939
Bridgeport, Connecticut 06601

Source: 

Unknown Notice, June 5, 1983
AFTE Journal, July 1983, Volume 15, Number 3:16

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