Recalls / 2002-08-07
National Sporting Goods Announce Recall of Speed Skates
02551 · Recalled 2002-08-07 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled skates are model numbers 809-0205 and 809-0256, black or white, with the word "Bullet" written on the side. They were manufactured in China.
Hazards
The wheel and axle assemble may break off during skating, resulting in injury to the skater.
Reported injuries
National Sporting Goods and JCPenney have received one report of a twisted ankle and several reports of wheels breaking off.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the skates immediately and return them to the nearest JCPenney catalog desk for a free replacement.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| "Bullet" Speed Skates | About 3,600 |
Parties
- Importer
- National Sporting Goods Corporation, of Passaic, N.J.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- The skates were sold through the JCPenney web site, its Christmas, Spring/Summer catalogs, February 2002.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers may call the JCPenney customer service at (888) 333- 6063, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day or visit the website at www.jcpenney.com. Consumers may also contact National Sporting Goods customer service at (800) 242-7476 or via e-mail at skater@chicagoskates.com
Source: CPSC recall 02551. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.