Sig 238 Safey Update: MANDATORY!

JD · July 28th, 2009, 05:57 PM

Taken from Sig's website.
P238 Upgrade

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SIG SAUER, Inc. has initiated a Mandatory Safety Upgrade pertaining to our new Model P238™ pistols. We have determined that a small number of P238 pistols may have safety levers that are not manufactured to factory specifications. Under certain conditions, it may be possible for the lever not to be completely engaged in the safe position. In this condition, the gun will not fire when the trigger is pulled. However, when the safety lever is moved to the off position, the hammer may fall, with the remote possibility that the gun could fire unintentionally, thus creating a risk of injury or death.

There have been no reports of any injuries or mishaps; however, in accordance with SIG SAUER, Inc.’s commitment to provide customers with the highest quality products and services, we are issuing a P238 Mandatory Safety Upgrade, to return the identified product to factory specifications. Upon receipt of the firearm, SIG SAUER will, at no cost to the owner, eliminate the risk identified above by replacing the subject part and performing functional upgrades that have been incorporated into the P238, subsequent to its introduction. SIG SAUER will return the firearm, pre-paid, to the owner as quickly as possible.

If you have a SIG SAUER P238 with a serial number between DA000501 and DA003216, please cease use of the firearm immediately. Not all P238s within the identified serial number range are affected; therefore, it is imperative that you contact us via the UPGRADE HOT LINE at 1 (866) 446-1914. An operator will take your information and confirm if your firearm is required to be returned for Upgrading. If necessary, you will receive a certified package from SIG SAUER that will contain a UPS shipping return label, a Return Merchandise Authorization Number, and a box to return the firearm. Simply affix the provided UPS shipping label to the supplied box (completely covering the existing shipping label) and bring the box to a designated UPS drop-off location. Please be certain to include the magazine along with the original SIG SAUER blue gun box. If you have questions or would like further information, you may contact SIG SAUER CUSTOMER SERVICE at 603-772-2302 (Choose Option # 3).

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your immediate cooperation in the return of your P238 handgun.

Sincerely,

SIG SAUER, Inc.

retsupt99 · July 28th, 2009, 07:32 PM

Great, this is the exact reason that I refuse to purchase a new gun just out on the market.

Ruger had problems when its LCP first came out.

Stay armed...don't be in a rush to get that new gun

...stay safe!

Sportsterguy · July 28th, 2009, 09:35 PM

Love my old 228. Really LOVE that I sold the unfired 2 tone NS 238 and all 1500+ rounds of ammo I had stashed away within a week of buying it.

Just couldn't trust the weak ballistics of a .380 for penetration and stopping power.

retsup99 hit it on the head with his first year statement.

SIG WILL make it right but this is a MAJOR safety problem and hopefully no one is injured or killed if they don't follow the golden rules of firearm safety!

TH48 · July 28th, 2009, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retsupt99

Great, this is the exact reason that I refuse to purchase a new gun just out on the market.

Ruger had problems when its LCP first came out.

Stay armed...don't be in a rush to get that new gun

...stay safe!

How true.. Let someone else be the beta testers.

JimmyC4 · July 29th, 2009, 12:31 AM

OK, I'm a "heat seeker", "beta tester", whatever you want to call me, but I've always bought cars, guns, etc as soon as they hit the market. It's been fun, more fun than hassle, so I'll keep it up.

I can't help myself! I can't wait!

If only I could find a Ruger LCR I'd have one of those right now as well.

I already called in and my P238 will soon be headed to Exeter....

svgheartland · July 29th, 2009, 10:01 AM

JD....thanx. I'm waiting for Sig cust service to respond to other issues so I can have this taken care of at the same time. Probably just ran into a delay in return though.

Texan29 · July 29th, 2009, 11:09 AM

From what I've heard this actually effects only a small number of pistols. The serial range that's given on the announcement is only an estimated range. My P238 fell into that range, but when I called they said that my pistol did not require the mandatory upgrade.

hybrid · July 30th, 2009, 03:25 PM

I just got called by the shop for this, mine doesnt do that, I think I'm good.
are people going to flame sig too

I didnt think so.

stormbringerr · August 3rd, 2009, 01:59 AM

wow i was surprised by this.guess you're right ret.

jbs · August 24th, 2009, 12:16 PM

Seems some models of sig's P238 might have a problem with the safety lever/hammer drop and firing of a round. They list specific serial number runs and say that it does not effect all of them but you should call to find out.

P238 Upgrade

July 28th, 2009, 07:32 PM	#2
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,705	Great, this is the exact reason that I refuse to purchase a new gun just out on the market. Ruger had problems when its LCP first came out. Stay armed...don't be in a rush to get that new gun...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

July 28th, 2009, 09:35 PM	#3
Sportsterguy Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: On the River Posts: 976	Love my old 228. Really LOVE that I sold the unfired 2 tone NS 238 and all 1500+ rounds of ammo I had stashed away within a week of buying it. Just couldn't trust the weak ballistics of a .380 for penetration and stopping power. retsup99 hit it on the head with his first year statement. SIG WILL make it right but this is a MAJOR safety problem and hopefully no one is injured or killed if they don't follow the golden rules of firearm safety! __________________ Sportsterguy Molon Labe! Join the NRA today, or don't complain when your guns are taken away!

July 29th, 2009, 10:01 AM	#6
svgheartland Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NC Posts: 161	JD....thanx. I'm waiting for Sig cust service to respond to other issues so I can have this taken care of at the same time. Probably just ran into a delay in return though. __________________ Savage Heartland

July 29th, 2009, 11:09 AM	#7
Texan29 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 560	From what I've heard this actually effects only a small number of pistols. The serial range that's given on the announcement is only an estimated range. My P238 fell into that range, but when I called they said that my pistol did not require the mandatory upgrade. __________________ Wreck'em Tech! Go Red Raiders! Sig Sauer P238 / Sig Sauer P226 9mm CPO / S&W M&P9c

July 30th, 2009, 03:25 PM	#8
hybrid Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Home of little boy, NM Posts: 223	I just got called by the shop for this, mine doesnt do that, I think I'm good. are people going to flame sig too I didnt think so. __________________ NO 3rd party disputes The power of imagination is the key to life. It helps you think ahead, consider the possibilities,and prepare you for the future. If you lack that ability, you're no different from livestock trapped behind a fence.

July 29th, 2009, 12:31 AM	#5
JimmyC4 Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 1,861	OK, I'm a "heat seeker", "beta tester", whatever you want to call me, but I've always bought cars, guns, etc as soon as they hit the market. It's been fun, more fun than hassle, so I'll keep it up. I can't help myself! I can't wait! If only I could find a Ruger LCR I'd have one of those right now as well. I already called in and my P238 will soon be headed to Exeter....

August 3rd, 2009, 01:59 AM	#9
stormbringerr Distinguished Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Capitol City, Texas Posts: 1,897	wow i was surprised by this.guess you're right ret. __________________ later ,Stormbringerr the obstacle is the path...Zen saying -----------------------------------------

August 24th, 2009, 12:16 PM	#10
jbs Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: FL Posts: 80	P238 safety lever problems Seems some models of sig's P238 might have a problem with the safety lever/hammer drop and firing of a round. They list specific serial number runs and say that it does not effect all of them but you should call to find out. P238 Upgrade __________________ You can get a free lunch, but it'll cost you!!

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