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CPSCRecalled Feb 6, 2020 · #20067

Rawlings Recalls Catcher's Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

Hazard

The back plate of the catcher's helmet can fail to protect the player, posing a risk of head injury to the user.

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Description

This recall involves the Rawlings CHMACH-SR (Senior) Catchers Helmet. The recalled helmets have "MACH" printed on the hangtag originally attached to the helmet. "Rawlings" is printed on the side of the helmet and the "R" Rawlings logo is printed on the front center of the helmets with a gray chin strap. The plastic helmets were sold in two-tone color combinations including black/white (UPC 083321545504), green/white (UPC 083321545511), navy/white (083321545528) and red/white (UPC 083321545566). The UPC code is printed on the hangtag that was attached to the helmet at the time of sale. Inside of the helmet is a sticker that reads "CHMACH-SR-RevA."

Product details

Product
CHMACH-SR Senior Catchers helmets
Type
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
083321545504, 083321545511, 083321545528, 083321545566
Sold at
Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Rawlings.com and other online stores from July 2018 through September 2019 for about $200.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled catcher's helmets and contact Rawlings to receive a free replacement back plate for head sizes 7.5 and below or a full refund for head sizes above 7.5.

View the official CPSC notice