Biometric Gun Safes Recalled Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death; Imported by Awesafe
What was recalled
This recall involves certain Awesafe biometric gun safes. The recalled gun safes are black, can fit two pistols, and have the brand name "Awesafe" on the front.
Hazard
The biometric lock on the safes can fail and be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
Injuries
The firm has received reports of 71 incidents of the recalled gun safes being opened by unauthorized users when the biometric lock failed to secure the safe. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Walmart stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Walmart.com from August 2019 until December 7, 2022, for about $130.
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