Power Bolt Pitchbacks Sold at Dick's Sporting Goods Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 08102 · announced November 27, 2007 · Hierarch Enterprises Co · 57,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Power Bolt Y-Frame Pitchback and Y-Frame Ultimate Pitchback. The products' Y-shaped metal frames have attached netting which will return a thrown ball to the user. The upper portion of the frame is adjustable to allow a variety of rebound angles.
The hazard
The upper portion of the frame can collapse after both locking pins are removed, posing a laceration hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Dick's Sporting Goods to receive a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Dick's Sporting Goods has received three reports of finger/hand laceration injuries.
Sold at: Dick's Sporting Goods retail stores nationwide and on its Web site. The Power Bolt Y-Frame Pitchback was sold from November 2002 to July 2007 for about $70.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Dick's Sporting Goods toll-free at (866) 677-4771 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; e-mail at Customer.Service@dcsg.com; or visit the firm's Web site at www.dickssportinggoods.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.