CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-11-27

Power Bolt Pitchbacks Sold at Dick's Sporting Goods Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

08102 · Recalled 2007-11-27 · CPSC page

Recalled Adjustable Pitchbacks
Recalled Adjustable Pitchbacks

Description

This recall involves the Power Bolt Y-Frame Pitchback and Y-Frame Ultimate Pitchback. The products' Y-shaped metal frames have attached netting which will return a thrown ball to the user. The upper portion of the frame is adjustable to allow a variety of rebound angles.

Hazards

The upper portion of the frame can collapse after both locking pins are removed, posing a laceration hazard.

Reported injuries

Dick's Sporting Goods has received three reports of finger/hand laceration injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Dick's Sporting Goods to receive a free repair kit.

Products

NameModelUnits
Power Bolt Y-Frame and Ultimate Y-Frame Adjustable PitchbacksAbout 57,000

Parties

Manufacturer
Hierarch Enterprises Co.
Importer
Dick's Sporting Goods, of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Made in
China
Sold at
Dick's Sporting Goods retail, on its Web site. The Power Bolt Y-Frame Pitchback was sold

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Dick's Sporting Goods toll-free at (866) 677-4771 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; e-mail at Customer.Service@dcsg.com; or visit the firm's Web site at www.dickssportinggoods.com

Source: CPSC recall 08102. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.