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Hockey Helmets Recalled by Reebok-CCM Due to Head and Neck Injury Hazard

Reported: December 2, 2008 Initiated: December 2, 2008 #09058

Product Description

This recall involves RBK and CCM brand hockey helmets. Helmets included in this recall have a HECC sticker with date code JUN - 2013. HECC stickers and model numbers are located on the back of the helmets. Models included in the recall are: Brand Model Numbers Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Require Inspection Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Are Not Affected By This Recall RBK HT8K Black/Black, Black/Silver, White/Silver, Navy, Red, Green, Maroon, Yellow White/Black, Royal RBK HT6K Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT6K Combo Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT4K Black, Navy, Red, Royal White RBK HT4K Combo Navy, Red, Royal Black, White CCM HTV10 Yellow Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal, Green, Maroon CCM HTV10 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal CCM HTV08 Black, White, Royal, Yellow Navy, Red, Green CCM HTV08 Combo Black, Medium Black, White, Navy, Royal Red CCM HT692 White, Navy Black, Red, Royal CCM HT692 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal

Reason for Recall

The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head and neck injury risk to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and return the helmets to the place of purchase for a free replacement helmet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves RBK and CCM brand hockey helmets. Helmets included in this recall have a HECC sticker with date code JUN - 2013. HECC stickers and model numbers are located on the back of the helmets. Models included in the recall are: Brand Model Numbers Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Require Inspection Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Are Not Affected By This Recall RBK HT8K Black/Black, Black/Silver, White/Silver, Navy, Red, Green, Maroon, Yellow White/Black, Royal RBK HT6K Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT6K Combo Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT4K Black, Navy, Red, Royal White RBK HT4K Combo Navy, Red, Royal Black, White CCM HTV10 Yellow Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal, Green, Maroon CCM HTV10 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal CCM HTV08 Black, White, Royal, Yellow Navy, Red, Green CCM HTV08 Combo Black, Medium Black, White, Navy, Royal Red CCM HT692 White, Navy Black, Red, Royal CCM HT692 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal. Recalled by Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt.. Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head and neck injury risk to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and return the helmets to the place of purchase for a free replacement helmet.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 2, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09058.