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Product Recall
Lacrosse Helmets Recalled by Easton Sports Due to Facial Injury Hazard
Easton Raptor Lacrosse Helmets
Recall Date: March 22nd, 2012
Type: Helmets & Helmet Accessories
Units: About 12,000
Hazards: The chin bar can break, causing the wearer to suffer a jaw or facial injury.
Remedies: Refund
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and contact Easton Sports for a full refund.
Description
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.
Images:
RAPTOR
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 [email protected], or visit their website www.eastonlacrosse.comInjuries:
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.
Retailers:
Sporting goods stores and online from November 2011 through March 2012 for about $250.
Importers:
Easton Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
