magazine pops out Shield 45

[MP1SG]

Having an issues with my New M&P Shield 45. With the 6 and 7 round magazine while shooting the magazines pops out. Usually while shooting +P rounds in over 1,000 rounds it has happened about 5 times.
Wondering if anyone else has had this problem, and if its a magazine problem or the magazine release button. any suggestions would be helpful
thanks
1SG

 

[kthom]

Not trying to be insulting here, but is there some reason why you feel it necessary to shoot +P rounds in your Shield? It was not intended or designed to use that ammo, and in my experience it is not necessary. I believe your owner's manual recommends against that type of ammo. Even if your Shield shoots it without problems, +P ammo is much harder on it and will likely shorten it's lifespan. The recoil spring is designed for standard pressure ammo. Do (or did) your mags remain in place when shooting standard pressure ammo? If so, that's a clue!

 

[GKC]

As kthom mentioned, use standard pressure ammo. Also, make sure your thumb isn't hitting the mag release button under recoil.

 

[rwsmith]

If you determine.....

If you determine that the fault is with the gun, call S&W, get a mailing label and they'll fix it and have it back to you pretty quickly. Less than two weeks, usually. Whether it's a gun or a magazine problem S&W should fix it.

Do you use more than one mag? If so, does it do it with all of them? They usually want you to send the whole gun.

 

[MP1SG]

Hi
I like the extra velocity of the +P round in the shorter barrel, Many many you tube videos on ballistic tests prove that this is a better option for short barrel guns it aids in expansion and penetration. Also, +P ammo is available to me all the time and its my issued round.
The owners manual DOES NOT reccomend the use +P+ rounds, +P ammo does beat up a gun a bit more than standard velocity rounds but I'll take that chance. Also, My thumb is NOT hitting the mag release as I fired the weapon left handed as well, I cannot remember if it happened with standard velocity or +P rounds , but that's immaterial to me as the gun should work while firing standard pressure, +P, or +P+ rounds.
I am fortunate to live about 90 minutes away from S&W I'll call and see if I can have the gun looked at.
Thanks
1SG
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[Bonephish]

If you determine that the fault is with the gun, call S&W, get a mailing label and they'll fix it and have it back to you pretty quickly. Less than two weeks, usually. Whether it's a gun or a magazine problem S&W should fix it.

Do you use more than one mag? If so, does it do it with all of them? They usually want you to send the whole gun.

Call them. S&W will email a Fedex return label. Turnaround time is 3 weeks and mine just got back for the second time because the slide locked back prematurely - now operating perfectly. I was told not to send the magazines with the pistol.

 

[MP1SG]

I'll take the 90 minute drive, That's a nice Perdomo cigar and a med coffee

1SG
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[bonjorno2]

How often would this happen? When the 40's first came out I had this issue and was somewhat flamed because everyone typically always assumes it's the shooter. Hopefully it's just the extra pressure or an accidental bump on the magazine release. I have yet to shoot mine and look forward to giving it a go as soon as I can get a new RSA since mine literally falls out when I try and take it apart and put it back together. Just a tad too short. Best of luck!

 

[MP1SG]

its happened about 5 times in over 1,200 rounds. Enough to make me wanna have it fixed, I called S&W they advised its probably a faulty Magazine catch/ release

 

[shawn mccarver]

Great. Now it is happening in the .45 model as well.

This is totally unacceptable.

Sorry, but my sour mood is likely the result of a long week. That said, I remember when S&W used to know how to build guns.

Sorry S&W.

 

[MP1SG]

Well actually I haven't heard of this happening with other Shield 45s. There were reports of early model shield 40s But my Shield 40 was perfect.
I asm sure its an easy fix for S&W, I will keep you posted
1SG
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[CZfanboy]

I am here to say that sadly it is true.. i bought a 45 shield today and shot roughly 60 rounds with about 7 or 8 failures.. both the 6 and 7 round mags fell out during normal operation (i.e. proper grip, not hitting mag release, standard velocity ball ammo).

I emailed S&W a few hours ago and am awaiting a response.. really disappointing because so far its the only flaw i have with it! I especially love the extra aggressive grip..

And before i get called out for my username, i love all guns equally (except glock �&#56887 lol

Will update when a response is recieved.

 

[alleycat7002]

This is why a new model is made..wait couple yrs get one.so they can get the bugs out

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[Nakanokalronin]

This is why a new model is made..wait couple yrs get one.so they can get the bugs out

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I've been reading about the problems with the Shield 45 on this forum and haven't had any of them myself. I bought one right away after they were released and it's been flawless.

I do agree to wait awhile on new models since every company seems that way now a days, but it's more of a recent thing since many early adopters don't seem to have these issues. That's not to say someone won't chime in about their early model, but it's the more recent posts that seem to be the bulk of the issues.

 

[MP1SG]

sorry for the delay, I should have posted this months ago.
I had the mag release replaced which fixed the problem, I now have well over 1,000 rounds without a single issue. Real nice gun, real accurate and now totally reliable.
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[tjohn55]

Same thing for me

I am here to say that sadly it is true.. i bought a 45 shield today and shot roughly 60 rounds with about 7 or 8 failures.. both the 6 and 7 round mags fell out during normal operation (i.e. proper grip, not hitting mag release, standard velocity ball ammo).

I emailed S&W a few hours ago and am awaiting a response.. really disappointing because so far its the only flaw i have with it! I especially love the extra aggressive grip..

And before i get called out for my username, i love all guns equally (except glock ��) lol

Will update when a response is recieved.

Same for me. Mag fell out twice during the first 7 shots I made with the gun. Emailed S&W and a day later they sent me a FEDEX label and I shipped it out after having it for three days. I've read turn-around time is about three weeks. Love the gun by the way. Very manageable recoil. Plan to use it as my carry gun. P238 will have to suffice until I get the Shield back...
tj

 

[CZfanboy]

Same for me. Mag fell out twice during the first 7 shots I made with the gun. Emailed S&W and a day later they sent me a FEDEX label and I shipped it out after having it for three days. I've read turn-around time is about three weeks. Love the gun by the way. Very manageable recoil. Plan to use it as my carry gun. P238 will have to suffice until I get the Shield back...
tj

As long as it is that simple and quick i will have no problem with the issue. My only concern is having it back in time for my CCW class in early May. Sure i could use any one of my CZ's for the class, but why should i miss a chance to show off the beautiful shield 45?
Did they make you pay for any of the shipping? This would be my first time dealing with a firearm company (if they choose to do so), and have no idea what to expect. I've heard some companies make you pay either 1 or both shipping charges.. i hope thats not the case.

 

[Nakanokalronin]

As long as it is that simple and quick i will have no problem with the issue. My only concern is having it back in time for my CCW class in early May. Sure i could use any one of my CZ's for the class, but why should i miss a chance to show off the beautiful shield 45?
Did they make you pay for any of the shipping? This would be my first time dealing with a firearm company (if they choose to do so), and have no idea what to expect. I've heard some companies make you pay either 1 or both shipping charges.. i hope thats not the case.

I've sent a firearm to S&W 3 times and never paid for shipping. They sent a label in an e-mail which I taped to the box I put the firearm in and dropped it off to my local FedEx distribution center.

 

[CZfanboy]

Just received an email stating it is most likely the magazine catch and they are sending me a new one to try out. If it doesnt fix the problem i will have to send in for repair.

Now to learn how to replace the mag catch.... lol

 

[dben002]

Great. Now it is happening in the .45 model as well.

This is totally unacceptable.

Sorry, but my sour mood is likely the result of a long week. That said, I remember when S&W used to know how to build guns.

Sorry S&W.

Well !!!!! I am certainly glad the old crew was working the day they made my Shield 45....9 months now, over 2000 rounds and narry a problem of any kind..beautiful handgun......but then again so was my Shield 9...for over 2years....