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Product recall · CPSCNovember 13, 2007Serious
Nike Football Helmet Chin Straps Which Can Break and Pose Risk of Serious Injury
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The chin strap's plastic cup can break as a result of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Serious injuries are a stated risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the chin strap immediately and contact Nike for a product voucher redeemable at www.nikestore.com.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Nike toll-free at (888) 583-6453 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.nikebiz.com
The product
The recalled football helmet chin strap consists of a plastic cup with a foam liner, straps and four metal snaps. They were sold in both youth and adult sizes and come in black/gray and white/gray color combinations. The Nike Swoosh trademark is printed on the outside of the chin cup and DRI-FIT™ is printed on the foam liner. "Made in China" and one of the following four style numbers is printed on the inside of the strap: FA0016 046, FA0016 130, FA0021 046, or FA0021 130.
Details
- Units affected
- About 235,000
- Recall date
- November 13, 2007
- Brand
- Nike Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Nike has received 18 reports of the chin strap breaking, including two reports of concussions, two reports of facial lacerations requiring stitches, and a report of a broken nose.
Sporting good stores nationwide and on the firm's Web site www.Nike.com from April 2006 through October 2007 for about $20.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Nike Recalls Football Helmet Chin Straps Which Can Break and Pose Risk of Serious Injury”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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