CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2014-02-26

STX Recalls Shield Throat Protector Due to Laceration Hazard

14116 · Recalled 2014-02-26 · CPSC page

Shield Throat Protector Front View
Shield Throat Protector Front View

Description

This recall involves the STX Shield throat protector. The throat protector is black and has the letters "STX" engraved on the outer surface of the protector. It has straps attached by silver screws on each side and bottom of the protector to attach it to a lacrosse goalie's helmet below the helmet's chin guard.

Hazards

The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

Reported injuries

STX has received one report of the Shield throat protector breaking, resulting in reported bruising and lacerations to the user's neck.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the Shield throat protector and return the product to STX for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
STX Shield throat protectorAbout 4,000

Parties

Importer
STX, LLC of Baltimore, Md.
Made in
Taiwan
Sold at
Specialty sporting goods stores such as Athlete's Connection, Commonwealth Lacrosse, Lacrosse Unlimited, Play It Again Sports, Sport Stop USA, Universal Lacrosse, online at www.LAX.com

Consumer contact

STX toll-free at (888) 789-7894 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stx.com and click on RECALL--Shield Throat Protector for more information.

More images

Shield Throat Protector as Sold At Retail Stores
Shield Throat Protector as Sold At Retail Stores

Source: CPSC recall 14116. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.