Colt Recalls Pistols

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The following recall notice was found in the August 2009 issue of Shooting Industry

Colt Recalls Pistols

Colt's Manufacturing Co. is recalling certain Colt pistols. The models are the Colt 1911 WWI Replica, 1918 WWI Replica, Combat Elite, New Agent and Defender models, including the TALO Night Defender, sold since March 2007.

Colt says the Slide Lock Safety and/or the Recoil Spring Guide Pad in these models were not manufactured to Colt specifications and must be replaced.

“Although there have been no reports of personal injuries or property damage, safety is out number one concern. Therefore, we are requesting the affected pistols not be loaded or used until the part or parts have been replaced. We have promised to promptly retrofit these pistols to minimize customer inconvenience” said Joyce Rubino, Colt vice president for operations.

For the range of serial numbers for the models covered by the recall, visit www.coltsmfg.com

Colt is offering to replace the affected parts at no cost to it's customers. Instructions for obtaining the recall service or replacement parts are posted on Colt's website at www.coltsmfg.com and can also be obtained by emailing Colt at: recall@colt.com or calling 1-800-962-COLT (2658).