IMPORTANT NOTICE TO OWNERS OF SMITH & WESSON
M&P15-22 RIFLES AND M&P15 CENTERFIRE RIFLES

It has come to our attention that certain operating procedures detailed in the Safety & Instruction Manuals of our M&P15-22 Rifle (prior to revision date 03-22-10) and M&P15 Centerfire Rifle (prior to revision date 03-22-10) are inaccurate which could lead to damage to and/or improper functioning of your rifle. 

When operating your M&P15-22 or M&P15 Centerfire rifle, if the Safety & Instruction Manual calls for the placement of the safety selector into the “SAFE” position, and the safety selector does not easily rotate into the “SAFE” position, DO NOT attempt to force it into “SAFE.” 

Instead, while keeping the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and your finger outside of the trigger guard and off of the trigger: (1) remove the magazine; (2) lock the bolt open; and (3) then rotate the safety selector into the “SAFE” position before proceeding. 

Going forward, for proper operating procedures, please refer to the sections on “INSPECTING YOUR RIFLE,” “LOADING,” “CLEARING MISFIRES,” “UNLOADING,” and “DISASSEMBLY – FIELD STRIPPING” in the revised Safety & Instruction Manual for your particular rifle. These revisions can be accessed by clicking on the appropriate link below.

M&P15 Rifle Owner's Manual

M&P15-22 Rifle Owner's Manual

If you have any questions regarding any operational aspects of your Smith & Wesson firearm, please contact Smith & Wesson at 1-800-331-0852 ext. 2905 before proceeding with its operation.

Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.