Xenith Recalls Football Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-08-17). Hazards: impact injury, injury. About 5,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16245 |
| Published | 2016-08-17 |
| Last updated | 2016-08-17 |
| Product category | Helmets & Helmet Accessories |
| Products | Football helmets |
| Firm named in the title | Xenith |
| Firms | Xenith LLC, of Detroit, Mich. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 5,900 |
| Hazard classes | impact injury, injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Through team dealers and direct school sales, and at BSN, Buddy's All Stars, Carey's Sporting Goods, End Zone Sports and Sports, Inc. and other stores nationwide and online at Eastbay.com, Footlocker.com, SafetyFirstSports.com, SportsUnlimitedInc.com and Xenith.com from May 2015 through March 2016 for between $140 and $400. |
Description
This recall involves Xenith Epic Varsity, X2 Varsity, X2E Varsity and Youth football helmets with a gloss or metallic-painted polycarbonate shell sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016. The helmets were sold in multiple sizes depending on the model, and in varying colors and custom-paint designs. They have a facemask and a chin cup, available in different styles and varying colors, and may have an optional eye shield. The serial number is printed on a white sticker inside the top of the helmet. A complete list of the serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.xenith.com/recall.
Hazard
The shells of the football helmets can crack, posing a risk of head injuries to football players.
Remedy
Football players should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Players, coaches and parents should contact Xenith to receive a free new replacement helmet.
Incidents and injuries
The firm received 29 reports of cracking helmets; no injuries reported.
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