CPSC recall 19-781, announced September 19, 2019, covers Chronicle Power Armor Collectible Helmets (about 20,000 units). Mold can be present on the fabric insert inside the helmet, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled collectible helmets and contact GameStop for a full refund and return instructions. Recall contact: call 800-883-8895, go to www.GameStop.com, or email ProductSafety@gamestop.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves the T-51b Power Armor Helmet. The one-size fits-all helmet is constructed of ABS plastic and has a polyester/cotton blend fabric liner with elastic. The product name "T-51b" and "Power Armor Helmet" appears on the product packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Mold can be present on the fabric insert inside the helmet, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled collectible helmets and contact GameStop for a full refund and return instructions. GameStop is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Chronicle
- Manufacturer
- Chronicle LLC, of Irving, Texas
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 19-781
- Units
- About 20,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at GameStop.com in June 2019 for about $150.
- Importer
- GameStop Inc., of Grapevine, Texas
Recall contact information
GameStop at 800-883-8895 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at ProductSafety@gamestop.com with “Product Recall” as the email subject, or online at www.GameStop.com and click on the “Recall” link at the top of the page for more information.
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