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CPSCRecalled Apr 24, 2001 · #01133

CPSC, ASICS TIGER Corp. Announce Recall of Wrestling Ear Guards

Hazard

The plastic protective shell of these guards can break when it is hit against a hard surface, resulting in impact injuries to the wrestler's head.

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Description

The recall involves ASIC Gel Wrestling Ear Guard with Neoprene. The guard includes two plastic ear pieces covered with neoprene nylon. The ASICS red logo is on a label on the guard's strap. A gold label inside the guard reads, "MADE IN CHINA." A date code can be found written on the neoprene nylon underneath the outer rim of the ear piece. The recalled guards have date codes beginning with "98" or "99." The guards are white, red, purple, black, navy blue, royal blue, green or gold.

Product details

Product
ASIC Gel Wrestling Ear Guard with Neoprene
Type
Sports Equipment & Accessories
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Sports specialty and team sport stores, and team sport catalogs sold these guards nationwide, from June 1998 through March 2001, for about $25.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should stop using these ear guards immediately, and return them to the store where purchased or to the firm for a free replacement.

View the official CPSC notice