HatsanUSA recalled about 16,170 Blitz and Blitz 777 air rifles after a customer reported that the rifle fired unexpectedly. No injuries were reported, but the problem poses a serious safety risk.
What You Can Do & How We Can Help
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Hatsan Blitz air rifle injury cases in all 50 states. If you were injured by a Hatsan Blitz or Blitz 777 air rifle that was recalled because it can fire unexpectedly, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Recall Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
Quick Facts About the Hatsan Blitz Recall
- Manufacturer: HatsanUSA, Inc. of Bentonville, Arkansas
- Product: Hatsan Blitz and Blitz 777 PCP pellet air rifles (.22, .25 and .30 caliber)
- Recall date: October 15, 2026
- Number of units recalled: About 16,170
- Risk: The rifles can fire unexpectedly when the bolt is released, but before the air rifle is fully cocked
- Injuries: 0
- Incidents:: 1 report of an accidental misfire
- Sold: Gun stores, sporting goods stores, catalogs, and websites from February 2020 through March 2026 for $800 to $1,100
- What to do: Contact HatsanUSA for a free trigger assembly replacement
- Official source: CPSC recall notice
Hatsan Blitz Air Rifles Recall
In October 2026, HatsanUSA, Inc. announced a recall for about 16,170 Hatsan Blitz and Blitz 777 pellet air rifles due to a risk of serious injury or death. The rifles were manufactured in Turkey and imported into the U.S. by HatsanUSA, a company based in Arkansas.
What Is the Problem?
No injuries were reported, but there was 1 report of the air rifle firing unexpectedly. According to the recall:
“The recalled air rifles can fire unexpectedly when releasing the bolt before the air rifle is fully cocked, posing a risk of serious injury or death from projectile hazard.”
HatsanUSA also created a recall website, where the company explains that the rifle can fire a pellet unexpectedly if the bolt is released before the rifle is fully cocked.
Which Air Rifles Were Recalled?
- Hatsan Blitz pellet air rifle
- Hatsan Blitz 777 pellet air rifle
- Calibers: .22, .25 and .30
- All units sold from February 2020 through March 2026
These two models are both gas-operated, select-fire (semi-auto/full-auto) pre-charged pneumatic (PCP) air rifles. They are black, have a synthetic stock, a carbon fiber air tank mounted under the barrel, and a rotary magazine.
Consumers can also look for the following information to determine if their air rifle is part of this recall:
- Model: “BLITZ” or “BLITZ 777” on the left side of the receiver
- Hatsan Logo: This logo looks like a circular mark with the word “HATSAN” next to a bow and arrow graphic
- Serial number and manufacture date: These codes are engraved on the right side of the receiver above the bolt
- They were sold from February 2020 through March 2026 at sporting goods stores, gun shops, hatsanairgunsusa.com, and catalog retailers like Utah Airguns, Airgun Depot, and Pyramyd Air.
What Should I Do?
Stop using the recalled air rifle, make sure it is unloaded, and contact HatsanUSA for a free replacement of the trigger assembly. You will need to register for the new trigger assembly, which will be mailed to you with instructions.
HatsanUSA also offers to repair the air rifles. You will need to request a prepaid shipping label and send the rifle to Hatsan. The company will inspect the rifle and replace the trigger assembly.
More detailed instructions, including diagrams and a video walkthrough are on HatsanUSA’s Blitz recall page.
Can I File a Lawsuit If a Hatsan Blitz Misfired and Injured Me?
No injuries were reported in this air rifle recall, but people who were hurt by defective products may be able to seek justice. If a recalled air rifle fired unexpectedly and injured you or a loved one, you may have legal options.
Do I Have an Air Rifle Recall Lawsuit?
The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Hatsan Blitz air rifle injury cases in all 50 states. If you were injured by a Hatsan Blitz or Blitz 777 air rifle that was recalled because it can fire unexpectedly, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Product Recall Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.
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