Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (“Colt”) has recently learned of a potential safety issue with its CBX bolt-action rifles. Both the CBX Precision and CBX Tac Hunter models are affected. Colt is voluntarily initiating a recall of these rifles because of the potential for an unintentional discharge of the rifle, without pulling the trigger, under certain conditions when the manual safety is disengaged.
TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, YOU SHOULD IMMEDIATELY STOP USING YOUR COLT CBX RIFLE AND RETURN IT TO COLT.
Colt has learned that, for some CBX rifles, if the trigger is pulled while the manual safety is engaged (in the “safe” position), the trigger may not fully reset. This could result in an unintentional discharge of the rifle when the manual safety is moved to the “fire” position, without a further pull of the trigger.
To return your Colt CBX Rifle, fill out the form below.
Because the CBX rifle line has been discontinued, Colt will be offering consumers who return their rifles the following two options:
Option 1 – Cash Refund:
For each CBX Precision rifle SKU CBX-HV24CGA-308, or SKU CBX-HV26CGA-65C, the amount of $1,899.00.
For each CBX Tac Hunter rifle SKU CBX-SP20PGA-308, or SKU CBX-SP22PGA-65C, the amount of $999.00.
Option 2 – Replacement Revolver (Plus Cash Where Applicable):
For each CBX Precision rifle SKU CBX-HV24CGA-308, or SKU CBX-HV26CGA-65C:
One (1) Colt Anaconda revolver, SKU ANACONDA-SP8RTS, plus $200.00 cash; or
One (1) Colt Python revolver, SKU PYTHON-BP6WTS, plus $200.00 cash.
For each CBX Tac Hunter rifle SKU CBX-SP20PGA-308, or SKU CBX-SP22PGA-65C:
One (1) Colt King Cobra revolver, SKU KCOBRA22-SP6RFO; or
One (1) Colt King Cobra revolver, SKU KCOBRA-SB4TS.
Retailers with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles from a distributor should return those rifles back to the distributor. Retailers and distributors with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles directly from Colt should contact their Colt Sales Team representative for an RMA.
To safely unload your Colt CBX rifle, please follow the steps below (which can also be found in the CBX Owner’s Manual):
While keeping the muzzle of your CBX rifle pointed in a safe direction, slide the manual safety button rearward to the “safe” position.
Remove the magazine by pushing the magazine latch forward to release the magazine. Note: If the magazine does not drop freely, pull on the magazine base plate while pushing on the magazine catch until the magazine is free of the rifle.
With your finger off the trigger and outside of the trigger guard, push down on the bolt release to unlock the bolt and then lift and pull the bolt fully rearward; this should extract and eject the round from the chamber.
With the bolt open, both visually and physically (with your finger) inspect both the chamber and the magazine well of your CBX rifle to be sure that no ammunition remains in either place.
Colt values its relationship with you and sincerely apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Safety comes first.
Colt is voluntarily initiating a recall to protect the safety of its customers and members of the public, and is committed to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction. Colt learned about a potential safety issue with its CBX bolt-action rifles. Both CBX Precision and CBX Tac Hunter models are affected. It was discovered that for some CBX rifles, if the trigger is pulled while the manual safety is engaged (in the “safe” position), the trigger may not fully reset. This could result in an unintentional discharge of the rifle when the manual safety is moved to the “fire” position, without a further pull of the trigger.
Colt is not aware of any injuries to members of the public, and is taking proactive steps.
Yes. To prevent the possibility of death or serious personal injury, you should immediately stop using your Colt CBX rifle.
The recall covers all CBX bolt action rifles, including the CBX Precision and CBX Tac Hunter models.
Unfortunately, no. Because the CBX rifle line has been discontinued, Colt will be offering consumers who return their rifles the following two options:
Option 1 – Cash Refund:
For each CBX Precision rifle SKU CBX-HV24CGA-308, or SKU CBX-HV26CGA-65C, the amount of $1,899.00.
For each CBX Tac Hunter rifle SKU CBX-SP20PGA-308, or SKU CBX-SP22PGA-65C, the amount of $999.00.
Option 2 – Replacement Revolver (Plus Cash Where Applicable):
For each CBX Precision rifle SKU CBX-HV24CGA-308, or SKU CBX-HV26CGA-65C:
One (1) Colt Anaconda revolver, SKU ANACONDA-SP8RTS, plus $200.00 cash; or
One (1) Colt Python revolver, SKU PYTHON-BP6WTS, plus $200.00 cash.
For each CBX Tac Hunter rifle SKU CBX-SP20PGA-308, or SKU CBX-SP22PGA-65C:
One (1) Colt King Cobra revolver, SKU KCOBRA22-SP6RFO; or
One (1) Colt King Cobra revolver, SKU KCOBRA-SB4TS.
Please note that you must be at least 21 years of age and legally able to possess a handgun (revolver) in your state of residence if you wish to select a replacement revolver instead of the refund. Replacement revolvers must be transferred through a federally licensed firearms dealer in your state of residence in accordance with all appliable federal and state laws. Residents of California and Massachusetts are not eligible for the replacement revolver option. If you do not qualify for a replacement revolver, or the replacement revolver is not compliant for sale in your state, you will only be eligible for a refund.
To safely unload your Colt CBX rifle, please follow the steps below (which can also be found in the CBX Owner’s Manual):
While keeping the muzzle of your CBX rifle pointed in a safe direction, slide the manual safety button rearward to the “safe” position.
Remove the magazine by pushing the magazine latch forward to release the magazine. Note: If the magazine does not drop freely, pull on the magazine base plate while pushing on the magazine catch until the magazine is free of the rifle.
With your finger off the trigger and outside of the trigger guard, push down on the bolt release to unlock the bolt and then lift and pull the bolt fully rearward, this should extract and eject the round from the chamber.
With the bolt open, both visually and physically (with your finger) inspect both the chamber and the magazine well of your CBX rifle to be sure that no ammunition remains in either place.
Visit www.coltcbx.com and follow the instructions on the website where you can enter information to receive a free return shipping label. You must provide your complete residential address (no Post Office Boxes) in order to receive the label.
No, Colt is providing a free shipping label. Visit www.coltcbx.com and follow the instructions on the website so we can send you a prepaid shipping label, free of charge via FedEx.
Visit www.coltcbx.com and follow the instructions on the website so we can send you a prepaid shipping label, free of charge, via FedEx.
The entire CBX rifle.
Federal law allows you to ship the rifle directly to Colt for refund or replacement purposes. If allowed by your state, you can ship your rifle to Colt from your local FedEx Office. See FedEx website for locations: https://local.fedex.com/en-us.
Visit www.coltcbx.com and follow the instructions on the website so we can send you a prepaid shipping label, free of charge.
No. Colt is not able to ship a different type of replacement firearm (in this case, a revolver) directly to you. Please upload a valid copy of the Federal Firearms License (FFL) for the firearms dealer/retailer that you wish to have the replacement revolver shipped to in your state of residence. Please be advised that the transfer of a replacement revolver to you by the federally licensed firearms dealer must be conducted in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. You must be at least 21 years of age and legally able to possess a handgun (revolver) in your state of residence, and the replacement revolver must comply with state laws.
If you do not qualify for a replacement revolver, or the replacement revolver is not compliant for sale in your state, you will only be eligible for a refund.
Be advised that your federally licensed firearms dealer may charge additional fees for their service. All transfer fees, taxes, or other costs associated with the replacement revolver option are your responsibility.
Once your CBX rifle has been received at Colt, please allow four to six weeks for processing.
The process outlined above is for consumers only. Retailers with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles from a distributor should return those rifles back to the distributor. Retailers and distributors with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles directly from Colt should contact their Colt Sales Team representative for an RMA.
Please contact Colt Customer Service by email at cbxrecall@colt.com, or by telephone at 1-800-962-2658 weekdays from 9:00am to 4:00pm (Eastern) and select the CBX recall option at the main menu.
Retailers/Distributors:
The options provided above are for consumers only. Retailers with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles from a distributor should return those rifles back to the distributor. Retailers and distributors with remaining inventory who purchased CBX rifles directly from Colt should contact their Colt Sales Team representative for an RMA.
Questions?
Please contact Colt Customer Service by email at cbxrecall@colt.com, or by telephone at 1-800-962-2658 weekdays from 9:00am to 4:00pm (Eastern) and select the CBX recall option at the main menu.