Reported Aug 17, 2016
Xenith Recalls Football Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
Xenith LLC of Detroit, Mich.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Football players should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Players, coaches and parents should contact Xenith to receive a free new replacement helmet.
Firm contact: Xenith at 800-956-9022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.xenith.com and click on the "Helmet Shell Recall" link on the homepage for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Football helmets
- Amount recalled
- About 5,900
Where it was sold
Sold at Through team dealers and direct school sales, and at BSN, Buddy's All Stars, Carey's Sporting Goods, End Zone Sports and Sports, Inc. and other stores nationwide and online at Eastbay.com, Footlocker.com, SafetyFirstSports.com, SportsUnlimitedInc.com and Xenith.com from May 2015 through March 2016 for between $140 and $400..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The shells of the football helmets can crack, posing a risk of head injuries to football players.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm received 29 reports of cracking helmets; no injuries reported.
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