CPSC recall · Reported May 31, 2005
CPSC, ITECH Announce Recall of Hockey Goalie Masks and Replacement Wires
The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial injuries.
Mission-ITECH Hockey, of Kirkland, Quebec, Canada recalled The recalled hockey goalie masks and replacement wires are non-certified models with a ca….
CPSC, ITECH Announce Recall of Hockey Goalie Masks and Replacement Wires was recalled by Mission-ITECH Hockey, of Kirkland, Quebec, Canada in May 31, 2005. Reason: The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial inju…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them t…. Verify recall #05182 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mission-ITECH Hockey, of Kirkland, Quebec, Canada issued this CPSC recall-The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial inju….
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- May 31, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05182 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled hockey goalie masks and replacement wires are non-certified models with a cat-eye design and have the word "ITECH" printed on the sides and front of the mask. The ITECH Profile 2100, 1100 and 8.0 goalie masks came in black or white. A label identifying the model and size (medium or large) is affixed to the rear crown of the helmet. In addition, the back of the helmet has a large red triangular warning label. The ITECH RP607 and RP609 replacement wires are black, white and chrome and include a unique side attachment design - they are attached to the helmet/mask by four screws and posts without the use of any additional clips.
Reason for recall
The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them to the company for a free replacement unit.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 05182 |
| Date reported | May 31, 2005 |
| Date initiated | May 31, 2005 |
| Recalling firm | Mission-ITECH Hockey, of Kirkland, Quebec, Canada |
| Affected scope | About 5,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them to the company for a free replacement uni…
- Check the recall number (05182) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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