Magtech® 5.56 x 45mm Ball M193 Ammunition Recall

Affected Product Information

Magtech has initiated an immediate recall of three (3) specific production lots of their 5.56 x 45mm Ball M193 centerfire ammunition due to critical safety concerns.

Product Details:

• Symbol: 556A
• Affected Lot Numbers:
  • CBC546/24
  • CBC591/24
  • CBC601/24

Critical Safety Warning

Identified Manufacturing Defect

The manufacturer has determined that the specified lots of 5.56 x 45mm ammunition may contain improper powder charge amounts. This manufacturing defect poses severe risks to users and those in the vicinity.

Potential Consequences of Use

WARNING: Ammunition containing incorrect powder charges presents multiple serious hazards:

• Catastrophic firearm damage
• Complete firearm malfunction and inoperability
• Severe personal injury risk to the shooter
• Serious injury risk to bystanders
• Potential fatality

Immediate Action Required

Product Identification Instructions

CEASE ALL USE of Magtech® 5.56 x 45mm Ball M193 ammunition bearing Symbol 556A with any of the following Lot Numbers: CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24.

Users must verify their ammunition by checking the product identification information located on the top flap of each 50-round ammunition box. Both the Symbol and Lot Number are clearly printed in this location for easy identification.

Verification Process

To determine whether your ammunition inventory is affected by this safety recall:

1. Locate the Symbol and Lot Number on the ammunition box top flap
2. Confirm if the Symbol reads "556A"
3. Check if the Lot Number matches any of the recalled lots: CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24
4. If both criteria match, immediately stop using the ammunition

Customer Response Protocol

Immediate Steps for Affected Customers

If you possess ammunition matching the recalled specifications, take these immediate actions:

1. Discontinue use immediately upon identification
2. Contact Magtech customer service at 763-235-4000
3. Arrange for return shipment through Magtech's process
4. Await replacement ammunition at no charge

If you have purchased the affected ammo from Black Basin, please contact our support.

Return and Replacement Process

Magtech will provide comprehensive support for affected customers:

• Company-arranged return shipping of recalled ammunition
• No-cost replacement ammunition upon receipt of returned product
• Direct customer service support throughout the process

Recall Scope and Limitations

Specific Product Identification

This safety recall applies exclusively to ammunition meeting both identification criteria:

• Symbol: 556A
• Lot Numbers: CBC546/24, CBC591/24, or CBC601/24

Unaffected Products

Magtech ammunition bearing different Symbols or Lot Numbers outside the specified recalled lots are not subject to this recall notice and remain safe for use according to standard safety protocols.

Customers should continue to follow all standard ammunition safety practices and manufacturer guidelines when using non-recalled Magtech products.