CPSC, Crosman Corporation Announce Recall of Air Pistols
Source: CPSC Recall #05074
Recall Date
2004-12-22
Manufacturer
Umarex, of Arnsburg, Germany
Units Affected
About 24,000
Products Involved
Walther CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols
Hazard
The air pistols' safety might move from the engaged or "safe" position to the disengaged or "fire" position when the trigger is pulled once or more and then released. This poses a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and unintentionally fired.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these air pistols immediately and contact the company to receive a free inspection and repair or replacement unit.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Sporting goods stores and gun shops nationwide sold the CP Sports and CP 99s from February 2003 through July 2004 and the Nighthawks from October 2003 through July 2004 for between $85 and $300.
Manufactured In
Germany
Full Recall Description
The recalled air pistols include the Walther models CP Sport, CP99, and Nighthawk manufactured throughout 2003. The recalled models have a serial number of "J3," which is located on the right side of the air pistol. The Walther CP Sport and CP99 CO2 air pistols capture the look and feel of a Walther firearm. The Nighthawk air pistol is outfitted with a compensator, red dot sight, flashlight and a mounting system. If there is an asterisk inscribed next to the serial number, the air pistol is not part of the recall.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28