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Lacrosse Helmets Recalled by Easton Sports Due to Facial Injury Hazard

  • RAPTOR
Name of Product:
Easton Raptor Lacrosse Helmets
Hazard:

The chin bar can break, causing the wearer to suffer a jaw or facial injury.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
March 22, 2012
Units:
About 12,000
Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Easton Sports toll-free at (877) 279-8545 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email eastonlacrossecustserv@eastonbellsports.com, or visit their website www.eastonlacrosse.com

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves all Easton Raptor Lacrosse Helmets. "Easton" is printed on either side of the back of the helmet and on the jaw strap. "RAPTOR" is printed low on the back of the helmet in the center. The helmets were sold in sizes XS/S, M/L, and XL/XXL and were available in the following colors: white; matte black; silver; navy blue and white; royal blue and white; and red and white.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and contact Easton Sports for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

Easton Sports has received six reports of the chin bar cracking or breaking on impact with a ball or lacrosse stick, including one laceration injury.

Sold At:
Sporting goods stores and online from November 2011 through March 2012 for about $250.
Importer(s):

Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
12-138

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