Farmers Depot has been notified by the manufacturer of a potential safety hazard associated with certain captive bolt cartridges. This issue may pose a risk to both the operator and the equipment.
Our records indicate that some customers may have purchased affected products. A recall has been issued for specific brands and lot numbers.
Check your inventory
Please review the list of affected products and lot numbers below and check your inventory immediately.
If you have affected product:
- DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT
- Clearly mark it "DO NOT USE"
- Set it aside in a safe location
- Complete and submit the recall verification form below to report the items in your possession
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm YELLOW
Item number: 231 74 25
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm GREEN
Item number: 231 74 26
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm RED
Item number: 231 74 27
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm BLUE
Item number: 231 74 28
BLITZ und KERNER Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm YELLOW
Item number: 231 74 21
BLITZ und KERNER Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm GREEN
Item number: 231 74 22
BLITZ und KERNER Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm RED
Item number: 231 74 23
BLITZ und KERNER Cattle stunning cartridges 9mm BLUE
Item number: 231 74 24
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO THE 8 AFFECTED ITEMS ABOVE:
The batch/lot number is 4 characters long and alphanumeric, consisting of two digits followed by two letters.
The items concerned are products whose batch/lot numbers end with the following letters:
N, O, P, Q, R, S or T. For example, 57GP.
You will find the batch/lot number either on the back of the product packaging or, in the case of some older product packaging, on the inside of the lid.
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9x17 RED DO 50
Item number: 243 06 64
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9x17 YELLOW DO 50
Item number: 243 06 65
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9x17 BLUE DO 50
Item number: 243 06 66
RWS Cattle stunning cartridges 9x17 GREEN DO 50
Item number: 243 06 67
THE FOLLOWING APPLIES TO THE 4 ITEMS LISTED ABOVE:
The batch/lot number is 10 digits long and is also alphanumeric. It always begins with the letter sequence DAG. An example: DAG24K5950.
The items concerned are products whose batch/lot numbers containbthe following combinations in the first 6 digits:
- DAG24K, DAG24L,
- DAG25A, DAG25B, DAG25C, DAG25D.
You will find this number on the back of the tins/packs (see the illustration opposite, in the area marked in BLUE).
The item number is always a 7-digit number beginning with a ‘2’. You will find this either on the front of the packaging or, in the case of some older product packs, on the back of the packaging.
All products bearing the relevant item and batch/lot numbers must no longer be used.
What happens next
We are currently working with the manufacturer, and upon receiving your submission of the Captive Bolt Cartridge Recall Form, we will communicate the next steps for the collection of affected product and purchase credit, as soon as they are confirmed.
Your safety matters
The safety of our customers is our top priority. Please review the list of affected products and lot numbers below carefully and take action if you have any impacted inventory.
We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your cooperation throughout this process.
We understand this recall may impact your operation. If you require replacement cartridges, Farmers Depot has the following options available in green, yellow and red cartridges.
These products are not affected by the recall, offer consistent tested performance, and are available for order.
