Three lots of Magtech 5.56 have just been recalled, here’s how to check if your ammo is safe to shoot.
Magtech has just recalled three lots of 5.56 M193 ammo. Here is the full press release from Magtech that explains how to check if your ammo is affected by the recall:
Magtech is recalling three (3) lots of 5.56 x 45mm Ball M193 centerfire ammunition.
Symbol: 556A
Lot Number: CBC546/24
Lot Number: CBC591/24
Lot Number: CBC601/24
WARNING: Magtech has determined that the above lots of 5.56 x 45mm ammunition may contain incorrect powder charges. Ammunition with incorrect powder charges may cause firearm damage, render it inoperable, and expose the shooter and bystanders to a risk of serious personal injury or death.
DO NOT USE Magtech® 5.56 x 45mm Ball M193 SYMBOL 556A WITH LOT NUMBER CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24. The ammunition Lot Number and Symbol are printed on the top flap of the 50-round box as indicated here, for example.
To determine if your ammunition is subject to this notice, check the Symbol and Lot Number. If the Symbol is 556A and the Lot Number is CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24, immediately discontinue use and contact Magtech at 763-235-4000. Magtech will arrange for the return shipment of your ammunition, and upon receipt, will send you replacement ammunition at no cost to you.
This notice applies only to Symbol 556A with Lot Number CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24. Other Symbols or Lot Numbers are not subject to this recall.
If you have any questions concerning this 5.56x45mm centerfire ammunition recall or if you are unsure whether you possess any ammunition covered by this recall, please call 763-235-4000, write to Magtech (9100 Wyoming Ave N #515, Brooklyn Park, MN, Attn: Recall), or visit our website at www.magtechammunition.com.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
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