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Product recall · CPSCFebruary 26, 2014Serious
STX Shield Throat Protector
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using the Shield throat protector and return the product to STX for a full refund.
Who to contact: STX toll-free at (888) 789-7894 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stx.com and click on RECALL--Shield Throat Protector for more information.
The product
This recall involves the STX Shield throat protector. The throat protector is black and has the letters "STX" engraved on the outer surface of the protector. It has straps attached by silver screws on each side and bottom of the protector to attach it to a lacrosse goalie's helmet below the helmet's chin guard.
Details
- Units affected
- About 4,000
- Recall date
- February 26, 2014
- Brand
- STX, LLC of Baltimore, Md.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- STX has received one report of the Shield throat protector breaking, resulting in reported bruising and lacerations to the user's neck.
Specialty sporting goods stores such as Athlete's Connection, Commonwealth Lacrosse, Lacrosse Unlimited, Play It Again Sports, Sport Stop USA and Universal Lacrosse and online at www.LAX.com from September 2013 through February 2014 for about $20 to $25.
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: “STX Recalls Shield Throat Protector Due to Laceration Hazard”
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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