Tippmann A5 Marker Recall

Just heard about this so I wanted to spread the word. Tippmann is issuing a voluntary recall of a batch of the Tippmann A5 paintball marker. Kudos to Tippmann for stepping up to the plate for this one.

Tipppmann believes the batch of markers were made between May 2008 - Feb 2009 and likely went to the large chain stores. Now the first question, is how do I identify if my Tippmann A5 is part of the recall.

There's two things to check -

1. SERIAL NUMBER: the affected serial numbers would be 0409031 thru 0422200. The serial number is above the foregrip on the left side of the marker. If your marker is not in that range, your fine. If you are within that range, check the second part.











2. BACK CAP: if you have the non-swiveling hard plastic (polymer) back cap, your fine. If you have the swiveling metal back cap [again you must also be within the serial number range], your marker is part of the recall.











Now that you have identified that the marker is part of the recall -- First thing to do, STOP using the marker until you get the back cap upgraded. Go to Tippman's Recall web page to register for the replacement part or call (866) 841-3029.