Sig Sauer is a firearms company that has undergone several name changes and sell-offs over the years. The company’s most recent incarnation is known as Sig Sauer Inc., and it created the P320 semi-automatic pistol in 2014. ..
The pistol was designed for easy wielding on both hands, with a standard full-size weighing 833 grams, a length of 203 millimetres, a barrel length of 120 millimetres, a width of 35.5 millimetres, and a height of 140 millimetres. The calibre has a 9×19 millimetres Parabellum with a short recoil-operated system breach, a muzzle velocity of 1198 feet per second, and a feed system that allows up to 17 rounds. ..
The gun has a catch lever on either side; the modular pistol also has an exciting feature that allows it to be disarmed by people with the right know-how to prevent individuals from indiscriminately discharging it. The gun was designed to be an improvement from its “P250” predecessor, but allegations against the firearm have proven other was.
What was the problem with the P320?
In February 2020, a lawsuit was filed against Sig Sauer by a former U.S Marine claiming his Sig P320 pistol had discharged a bullet into his leg while still being in its holster. The weapon had fired when he placed his hand on the grip to remove it from its holster. Complaints like this had undoubtedly been recurring with the military due to the fact that Sig Sauer had received a contract to produce the M17 and M18 versions of the gun for use by the U.S military. ..
The company has been sued multiple times in the past for their role in the safety issues with P320 models. They have been required to reimburse individuals who had paid to have their models fixed due to the safety glitches happening with numerous models of the gun.
The disconnector feature of newer models is believed to be the cause of many incidents in which pistols discharge bullets without the trigger being pulled. The reports suggest that older models from before 2017 do not have the disconnector feature, and as a result, these guns are more likely to fire bullets without the trigger being pulled.
Reports say that if the gun falls to the ground without being fired, it can discharge a bullet. ..
After receiving numerous complaints about the Sig Sauer P320, the company has decided to suspend production of the gun. ..
Are the Sig Sauer P320 guns getting recalled?
The guns that were involved in the 2017 lawsuit, but not the M17s, are being recalled.
Sig Sauer is offering a “Voluntary Upgrade Program” for its P320 pistols that will make the trigger sear and striker lighter while adding a mechanical disconnector. Owners of P320 pistols can send their guns in using their gun serial number and home address, and Sig Sauer will make the changes. However, Sig Sauer is not calling this a recall. ..
The company’s website argues that the gun maintains a safe configuration despite all the claims against it. They speculate that those involved in accidental discharges may have handled the gun carelessly.
The recall and upgrade of pistols is a Herculean task that requires close to 500,000 guns to be recalled and upgraded. This is nearly impossible given the current state of the firearms industry.
The Sig Sauer “P320” model has been recalled due to a safety glitch. Many people are calling the defect a safety issue, and Sig Sauer has tried to save face by insisting that the gun is in perfect condition. ..
The company would lead you to believe that the versions before 2017 are still safe but harmful if handled carelessly, but many opinions from veterans and individuals knowledgeable in firearms(even forensic animations) suggest that the use of this gun should be discontinued till they can be sent back to the factory.
I have a Sig P320. How do I send it back for an upgrade?
Sig Sauer is offering a voluntary upgrade program for its firearms. If your gun is not upgraded, reach out to their customer service for assistance. They will provide you with a pickup location and serial number so your gun can be upgraded. ..
