Recalls / 2007-11-13

Nike Recalls Football Helmet Chin Straps Which Can Break and Pose Risk of Serious Injury

08081 · Recalled 2007-11-13 · CPSC page

Description

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.

Hazards

The chin strap's plastic cup can break as a result of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries.

Reported 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.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the chin strap immediately and contact Nike for a product voucher redeemable at www.nikestore.com.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Football Helmet Chin Straps		About 235,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Nike Inc.
Made in: China
Sold at: Sporting good, on the firm's Web site www.Nike.com

Consumer contact

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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Source: CPSC recall 08081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.