Recalled Product Name/Brand/ID
Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe and Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe
Recall Product Images
Potential Risks or Issues
The biometric lock on the gun safes can be opened by unauthorized users, posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death.
Has Anyone Been Injured?
The firm is aware of 77 reports of the safe being opened by unauthorized users. No injuries have been reported.
About the Recall
This recall involves the Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe and the Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe. The black steel safes are used to store firearms and valuables. The Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe measures 10 inches high by 14 inches wide by 10 inches deep, and the Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe measures 55 inches high by 12 inches wide by 11 inches deep. The Sanctuary-branded safe has one shelf and can store approximately two firearms, while the Sports Afield-branded safe can store four firearms. The Sports Afield safe has the Sports Afield logo on the front of the safe.
Where to Find Unique Identification of this Product
The unique identification of the recalled product can be found on the packaging or labels of the Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe and the Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe.
How Many Units Are Affected?
About 133,370 units of the Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe and Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe are affected by this recall.
Affected Batch/Date Range
No specific batch or date range information provided.
Who is the Distributor(s)?
No specific distributor information provided.
Places Where Recalled Product was Sold
The Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safes were sold at Costco and other stores nationwide, and online at Costco.com, for between $75 and $100. The Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safes were sold at firearm and sporting goods stores nationwide and online for between $500 and $600. The safes were sold from July 2020 through November 2023.
Where was This Manufactured?
The recalled product was manufactured in China.
Actions for Consumers
- Consumers should immediately stop using the biometric feature of the recalled safe.
- Remove the batteries from the safe.
- Only use the key when storing firearms.
- Contact SA Consumer Products to receive a free repair kit.
Remedy Process
Consumers should contact SA Consumer Products toll-free at 855-215-5822 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit sabiometricsaferecall.expertinquiry.com or www.saproducts.com and click on the “Recall” tab at the top right corner of the home page for more information. Consumers will receive a free repair kit for the recalled safes.
Additional Information
For more information about the recall, consumers can visit the URL: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/SA-Consumer-Products-Recalls-Sanctuary-Quick-Access-and-Sports-Afield-Biometric-Gun-Safes-Due-to-Serious-Injury-Hazard-and-Risk-of-Death
Regulatory Compliance
No specific regulatory compliance information provided.
How Can I Protect Myself From Falling Victim?
To protect yourself from falling victim to the potential risks associated with the recalled safes, it is important to immediately stop using the biometric feature, remove the batteries, and only use the key when storing firearms. Contact SA Consumer Products to receive a free repair kit.
Final Thought
It is crucial for consumers who own the Sanctuary Quick Access Biometric Home Safe or the Sports Afield Home Defense 4-Gun Biometric Safe to take immediate action and follow the instructions provided by SA Consumer Products. By stopping the use of the biometric feature and obtaining the free repair kit, consumers can ensure their safety and prevent any unauthorized access to the safes.
