Lacrosse Helmets Recalled by Easton Sports Due to Facial Injury Hazard
CPSC recall 12138 · announced March 22, 2012 · Easton Sports · 12,000 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The chin bar can break, causing the wearer to suffer a jaw or facial injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and contact Easton Sports for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.