GAMMA Sports Recalls Children's Tennis Racquets Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
Recall Overview
| Recall Date | |
|---|---|
| Product | Quick Kids Junior Tennis Racquets |
| Units | About 2,000 |
| Hazards | The orange grip tape on the tennis racket's handle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. |
| Remedies | Consumers should immediately take the recalled tennis racquets away from children and contact GAMMA Sports for a free replacement grip kit. GAMMA Sports is directly contacting all known purchasers of the recalled tennis racquets. |
| Manufacturers | GAMMA Sports, of Pittsburgh, Pa. |
Details
This recall involves Quick Kids 23-inch aluminum junior tennis racquets with orange tape on the hand grip. Recalled racquets have lot number"F:3:10:08" stamped onto the bottom of the racquet grip below the "G."
Consumer Contact
For more information, contact GAMMA Sports at (800) 333-0337 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.gammasports.com
