Recalls / 2011-06-23
GAMMA Sports Recalls Children's Tennis Racquets Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
11745 · Recalled 2011-06-23 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Quick Kids 23-inch aluminum junior tennis racquets with orange tape on the hand grip. Recalled racquets have lot number "F:3:10:08" stamped onto the bottom of the racquet grip below the "G."
Hazards
The orange grip tape on the tennis racket's handle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Reported injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled tennis racquets away from children and contact GAMMA Sports for a free replacement grip kit. GAMMA Sports is directly contacting all known purchasers of the recalled tennis racquets.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Kids Junior Tennis Racquets | About 2,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- GAMMA Sports
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Online at www.gammasports.com, www.atssports.com, www.holabirdsports.com
Consumer contact
For more information, contact GAMMA Sports at (800) 333-0337 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.gammasports.com
Source: CPSC recall 11745. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.