Ravin Crossbows Recalls Arrow Nocks Due to Injury Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #18057
Recall Date
2017-12-11
Manufacturer
Venatics Inc. and Ravin Crossbows LLC., of Superior, Wis.
Units Affected
About 220,000 nocks (In addition, about 3,600 nocks were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Ravin arrow nocks
Hazard
If the nock is not fully engaged with the bowstring, the crossbow can fail to discharge when the trigger is pulled and can result in the bow discharging while re-nocking of the arrow, posing an injury hazard to users.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled arrow nocks and contact Ravin® Crossbows for free replacement nocks.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 44 reports of the arrow nocks malfunctioning. There were 23 reports of finger injuries, including six serious injuries.
Sold At
Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's, Dicks Sporting Goods stores and other stores nationwide from October 2016 through November 2017 for between $8 and $15 when sold separately from other equipment. The arrow nocks were also included as original equipment with Ravin crossbows sold for between $1,500 and $2,000 and Ravin arrows sold for between $75 and $110.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall involves all white plastic molded clip-on nocks used in arrows for Ravin brand crossbows. The white arrow nocks were sold separately in a package of 12 and as original equipment with Ravin crossbows and Ravin arrows. The white nocks measure about 0.9 inches long.
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