CPSC recall 08-081, announced November 13, 2007, covers Nike Football Helmet Chin Straps (about 235,000 units). The chin strap's plastic cup can break as a result of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries. The notice cites 18 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the chin strap immediately and contact Nike for a product voucher redeemable at www.nikestore.com. Recall contact: call (888) 583-6453, or go to www.nikebiz.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The recalled football helmet chin strap consists of a plastic cup with a foam liner, straps and four metal snaps. They were sold in both youth and adult sizes and come in black/gray and white/gray color combinations. The Nike Swoosh trademark is printed on the outside of the chin cup and DRI-FIT™ is printed on the foam liner. "Made in China" and one of the following four style numbers is printed on the inside of the strap: FA0016 046, FA0016 130, FA0021 046, or FA0021 130.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The chin strap's plastic cup can break as a result of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries.
Incidents and injuries
Nike has received 18 reports of the chin strap breaking, including two reports of concussions, two reports of facial lacerations requiring stitches, and a report of a broken nose.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the chin strap immediately and contact Nike for a product voucher redeemable at www.nikestore.com.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nike
- Manufacturer
- Nike Inc., of Beaverton, Ore.
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 08-081
- Units
- About 235,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting good stores nationwide and on the firm's Web site www.Nike.com from April 2006 through October 2007 for about $20.
Football Helmet Chin Straps
CPSC product type: Helmets & Helmet Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Nike toll-free at (888) 583-6453 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.nikebiz.com
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