Thompson Center COMPASS Safety Recall

IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL NOTICE – September 16, 2016 PRODUCT: T/C Compass Rifles DESCRIPTION OF THE HAZARD: Thompson/Center has identified a condition that may exist in some Compass rifles. We have determined that there may be some instances, depending on the height and position of the rifle and other factors, where a chambered round may fire if the firearm is dropped with the safety in the fire position. Safety is paramount to us, so we are taking this measure to further enhance performance and to meet our customer expectations, with the goal of reducing the chance of an accidental discharge should the rifle be dropped.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT INVOLVED: This recall applies to all Compass rifles manufactured by Thompson/ Center prior to September 16, 2016.

REMEDY/ ACTION TO BE TAKEN: STOP USING YOUR RIFLE. Any unintended discharge of a firearm has the potential to cause injury and we are asking all Compass owners to immediately stop using their rifles until corrective action can be taken. To remedy this condition, your rifle will be inspected and if necessary repaired at no cost to you. Your firearm will be returned as quickly and efficiently as possible. All shipping and repair costs will be covered by Thompson/Center Arms. To facilitate this repair, please contact Thompson/Center at the number below to arrange for the return of your rifle. You will promptly receive a shipping return label with instructions on the return of your rifle. While you are awaiting the shipping instructions, remember that the rifle should always be stored unloaded and with the safety in the SAFE – LOAD/UNLOAD position.

CONSUMER CONTACT: To arrange for the inspection and repair of your Compass rifle, in the United States, please call us at (855) 512-5935 to receive a FedEx pre-paid label and shipping instructions. For our international customers, please contact the following Authorized Warranty Centers to arrange for repair of your rifle: Australia Frontier Arms Company Pty Ltd 13-23 Unley Road, Unit 4 Parkside, S. A. 5063, Australia Tel: 61-8-8373-2855 Canada Location Snap Shots Inc. 650 Rang Roy, Sainte – Martine, Quebec, J0S 1V0 Canada Tel: 450-427-0052 Murray Charlton Enterprises Ltd Box 42, Brentwood Bay BC Canada V8M 1R3 Tel: 778-426-3884