CPSC recall 14-116, announced February 26, 2014, covers STX Shield throat protector (about 4,000 units). The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using the Shield throat protector and return the product to STX for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 789-7894, or go to www.stx.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the STX Shield throat protector. The throat protector is black and has the letters "STX" engraved on the outer surface of the protector. It has straps attached by silver screws on each side and bottom of the protector to attach it to a lacrosse goalie's helmet below the helmet's chin guard.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Incidents and injuries
STX has received one report of the Shield throat protector breaking, resulting in reported bruising and lacerations to the user's neck.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the Shield throat protector and return the product to STX for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- STX
- Recall number
- 14-116
- Units
- About 4,000
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty sporting goods stores such as Athlete's Connection, Commonwealth Lacrosse, Lacrosse Unlimited, Play It Again Sports, Sport Stop USA and Universal Lacrosse and online at www.LAX.com from September 2013 through February 2014 for about $20 to $25.
- Importer
- STX, LLC of Baltimore, Md.
STX Shield throat protector
CPSC product type: Sports Equipment & Accessories
Recall contact information
STX toll-free at (888) 789-7894 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stx.com and click on RECALL--Shield Throat Protector for more information.
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