Model 745 (and others) Recall
Hay Karma,
If the below is inapplicable, there is at least one, maybe two more possibilities, but I really need to get my brain in gear to address 'em for applicability herein. The below just came to my brain more quickly and fully than the other/s.
Later.
DC
SMITH & WESSON
MODEL 4506, 4516, 645 & 745,
45 AUTO CALIBER, PISTOL MAGAZINES
RECALL: It has come to our attention that a small number of users have experienced cartridge-feeding problems with Smith & Wesson magazines for .45 ACP pistols. This can result in a failure to feed or jamming, and thereby a failure to fire. The cause of this problem is the magazine.
This recall applies to two types of MAGAZINES ONLY:
Magazines manufactured by Smith & Wesson for Pistol Model number 4516.
Smith & Wesson requests that you inspect your caliber .45 ACP magazine to determine if it is subject to this recall. To determine if your magazine is affected, follow these simple inspection procedures:
Inspection Procedure for Magazines for Model 4506, 645, or 745 Pistols.
Remove the magazine from the firearm following the procedure set forth in the instruction manual. Before proceeding further, you must ensure that the pistol and magazine are unloaded.
Examine the butt plate of the magazine. If the butt plate is not molded plastic with a crescent- shaped cutout molded into the bottom near the front edge, then the magazine is not affected by this recall. If the butt plate is molded plastic and contains a crescent-shaped cutout molded into the bottom near the front edge, proceed directly to the next step.
Carefully inspect each broad flat side of the magazine near the plastic butt plate. If a punch mark is present above the butt plate on either side of the magazine, your magazine is not affected by this recall.
If, however, a punch mark is not present on the right side at the bottom, your magazine must be replaced.
Inspection Procedure for Magazines for Model 4516 and 4516-I Pistols.
Any magazines shipped by Smith & Wesson with model 4516-I pistols are already inscribed for use in that particular model and are NOT subject to this recall.
Remove the magazine from the firearm following the procedures set forth in the instruction manual. Before proceeding further, you must ensure that the pistol and magazine are unloaded.
Inspect each broad flat side of the magazine. If neither side is inscribed "For S&W M4516 only" or "For S&W M4516-I only"; your magazine must be replaced.
To ensure reliable functioning of your Model 4516 or 4516-I pistol, the model number marked on a 7-round .45 ACP magazine must be identical to all digits of the model number stamped on your pistol. Do not use a Smith & Wesson magazine marked "M4516 only" in a pistol stamped "MOD 4516".
WARNING: DO NOT USE ONE OF THESE RECALLED MAGAZINES IN YOUR PISTOL FOR A SITUATION WHERE A FAILURE TO FIRE CAN BE CRITICAL, SUCH AS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PERSONAL PROTECTION. RETURN AFFECTED MAGAZINES TO SMITH & WESSON FOR FREE REPLACEMENT.
To receive a free replacement magazine under this recall, send the magazine to be replaced directly to:
Smith & Wesson
Attention: Magazine Exchange
2100 Roosevelt Avenue
Springfield, MA 01102
Or call toll-free 800-458-8469 between 8 AM and 5 PM EST. You will need to provide the customer service representative with the model and serial numbers of your pistol. We ask that all affected magazines be returned to Smith & Wesson in trade for the new magazines.
This toll-free number can also be called if you have any questions concerning this recall.
We regret any inconvenience this may cause; however, this action was dictated by our concern for the customer's safety and the reliability of Smith & Wesson products in all circumstances.
Source:
AFTE Journal, April 1990, Volume 22, Number 2:227
American Rifleman, January 1990, page ?
American Rifleman, February 1990, page 4
Guns & Ammo, January 1990, page 93
Guns & Ammo, February 1990, page 7
Shooting Industry, January 1990; page 18
American Firearms Industry, December 1989; page 13
California Department of Justice Firearms Safety Note 89-4
