CPSCRecalled Oct 27, 2021 · #22008
5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard
Hazard
The cable in the quick release system of the plate carrier can separate from the handle preventing swift removal of the carrier in an emergency situation, posing an injury hazard.
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The recall involves the 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier, style number 56100. "5.11" is molded onto a rubber label on the front of the carriers at the bottom left. The style number is printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket. The plate carriers are used by consumers, law enforcement professionals and first responders in combination with ballistic plates. The plate carriers can also be used for outdoor fitness and weight training and can hold weighted non-ballistic plates. Only carriers with the following PO numbers are included in the recall: US.PO-00022756 US.PO-00024380 US.PO-00023827 US.PO-00024621 US.PO-00024126 US.PO-00024125 The PO and style numbers are printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket of the carriers.
Product details
- Product
- 56100 Tactec™ Plate Carriers
- Type
- —
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- 5.11 stores, Rogue Fitness, Galls, Kroll International, and other authorized fitness equipment, uniform and tactical supply retailers for law enforcement and public safety officers nationwide. Also sold online at www.511tactical.com and other websites from October 2020 through August 2021 for about $200.
- Made in
- Vietnam
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plate carriers and contact 5.11 for a free replacement of the cable system.