Chin straps sold by Under Armour are being recalled because they can cause lacerations. The metal snap that connects the strap to the helmet has sharp edges, which can cut the user when the user’s snap comes into contact with another player.
Under Armour has received six reports of injuries that required stitches, according to a statement issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
About 541,000 units of the UA Defender Chin Straps were sold in sporting goods stores and Under Armour outlet stores nationwide and at underarmour.com from January 2008 through September 2011 for about $20. They were sold in white and black, red, midnight, navy and royal and have a hard nylon shell, a padded chin area and a plastic strap with “Under Armour” printed on it. The chin straps have metal clasps that tighten the straps and attach them to the helmet.
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Under Armour cooperated with the product safety commission in the voluntary recall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chin straps and contact Under Armour for a free replacement chin strap by calling toll-free 888-823-0343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at underarmour.com.
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The product was manufactured in China and imported by JR286, Inc., of Redondo Beach, CA.
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