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February 22, 2024 • Recall #24130

Bulldog Biometric Firearm Safes Recall — Bulldog Cases, of Danville, Virginia

Bulldog Cases Recalls Biometric Gun Safes Due to Serious Injury Hazard and Risk of Death

Recall Description

This recall involves Bulldog Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults, Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults with Shelf, and Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vaults. The black steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The pistol vault (BD4030B) measures 11.5 inches by 8 inches by 5.5 inches, and the pistol vault with shelf (BD4040B) measures 11.5 inches by 10 inches by 8 inches. The top load pistol vault (BD4055B) measures 11.5 inches by 9.8 inches by 2.5 inches. The pistol vault with shelf has one shelf and can store approximately two firearms. The model number can be found on a label on a silver sticker on the back right corner of the safe, and the brand name "Bulldog" appears on the front of the safe. Name Model Number Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault BD4030B Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault with Shelf BD4040B Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vault BD4055B

Hazards Identified

  • The biometric lock on the safes can fail and be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death if the safe is used to store firearms.

Consumer Remedy

  • Consumers should immediately stop using the biometric feature of the recalled safe, remove the batteries from the safe, and only use the key when storing firearms. Contact Bulldog to receive a repair kit or free replacement safe for consumers with the Magnum Biometric Pistol Vaults, or a free replacement safe for consumers with the Magnum Biometric Top Load Pistol Vaults.

Affected Products

Product NameTypeUnits Affected
Bulldog Biometric Firearm SafesN/AAbout 33,500
Recalled Bulldog Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault, Model No. BD4030B
Recalled Bulldog Magnum Biometric Pistol Vault, Model No. BD4030B
ManufacturersNot specified
Retailers
Bass Pro Shops, Walmart and firearm stores nationwide and online at www.Amazon.com from July 2016 through January 2024 for between $194 and $216.

Verify Official Notice

Product recall terms or points of contact can change. Verify instructions directly with the CPSC announcement page.

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