Severity
Moderate
Bauer Recalls Children's Hockey Sticks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Reported: April 1, 2010 Initiated: April 1, 2010 #10189 About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada units
CPSC recall on April 1, 2010. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada units are affected. The recall was issued because: Paint and decals on the sticks, shafts and blades contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint st…. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #10189) was formally reported on April 1, 2010. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records indicate About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.
The documented reason for this recall is: Paint and decals on the sticks, shafts and blades contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should take the recalled sticks, shafts and blades away from children immediately and contact Bauer for a replacement or refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 16 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.
Recall Distribution by Severity Class
Units Affected
About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product Description
The following hockey sticks, shafts and blades are involved in the recall: Description Pieces Countries Sold Nike Bauer Supreme One50 Junior Stick sticks, shafts and replacement blades U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One70 Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One75 Junior Stick player and goalie sticks U.S. and Canada Bauer Supreme One75 Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One90 Youth and Junior Stick sticks, shafts, and replacement blades U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Vapor XX Junior Stick player and goalie sticks U.S. and Canada Bauer Vapor XX Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Apollo Junior Stick player stick U.S. Nike Bauer Supreme Force Junior Stick player stick U.S. Nike Bauer Supreme Accel Junior Stick player stick Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One40 Junior Stick player stick Canada Nike Bauer Supreme OneLTX Junior Stick player stick Canada The hockey and goalie sticks, shafts and blades come in various shapes, sizes and colors. The name "Bauer" and the model descriptions are on all of the sticks, shafts and blades. Most of the sticks also have the Nike symbol. Junior player sticks and replacement shafts are each identified by the markings "JUNIOR," "52 Flex" or "JUNIOR Flex 52." Youth player sticks are identified by the marking "YOUTH Flex 42" or "YTH Flex 42." These markings appear on all models on the narrow side of the stick shaft either near the top of the stick or near the blade. Junior replacement blades fit only the Junior sticks and are identified by the markings "P92" or "PM9" followed by "JR", which appear on the narrow side of the blade near where the shaft and blade are joined. Junior goal sticks are identified by the markings "P31 - JR - 22 ½" or "P31 JUNIOR - FLEX 52 - 22 ½" which appear on the narrow side of the stick shaft near the top of the stick.
Reason for Recall
Paint and decals on the sticks, shafts and blades contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled sticks, shafts and blades away from children immediately and contact Bauer for a replacement or refund.
Details
- Units Affected
- About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10189 |
| Date reported | April 1, 2010 |
| Date initiated | April 1, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Units affected | About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The following hockey sticks, shafts and blades are involved in the recall: Description Pieces Countries Sold Nike Bauer Supreme One50 Junior Stick sticks, shafts and replacement blades U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One70 Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One75 Junior Stick player and goalie sticks U.S. and Canada Bauer Supreme One75 Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One90 Youth and Junior Stick sticks, shafts, and replacement blades U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Vapor XX Junior Stick player and goalie sticks U.S. and Canada Bauer Vapor XX Junior Stick player stick U.S. and Canada Nike Bauer Apollo Junior Stick player stick U.S. Nike Bauer Supreme Force Junior Stick player stick U.S. Nike Bauer Supreme Accel Junior Stick player stick Canada Nike Bauer Supreme One40 Junior Stick player stick Canada Nike Bauer Supreme OneLTX Junior Stick player stick Canada The hockey and goalie sticks, shafts and blades come in various shapes, sizes and colors. The name "Bauer" and the model descriptions are on all of the sticks, shafts and blades. Most of the sticks also have the Nike symbol. Junior player sticks and replacement shafts are each identified by the markings "JUNIOR," "52 Flex" or "JUNIOR Flex 52." Youth player sticks are identified by the marking "YOUTH Flex 42" or "YTH Flex 42." These markings appear on all models on the narrow side of the stick shaft either near the top of the stick or near the blade. Junior replacement blades fit only the Junior sticks and are identified by the markings "P92" or "PM9" followed by "JR", which appear on the narrow side of the blade near where the shaft and blade are joined. Junior goal sticks are identified by the markings "P31 - JR - 22 ½" or "P31 JUNIOR - FLEX 52 - 22 ½" which appear on the narrow side of the stick shaft near the top of the stick.. Units affected: About 67,000 in the United States and 60,000 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Paint and decals on the sticks, shafts and blades contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take the recalled sticks, shafts and blades away from children immediately and contact Bauer for a replacement or refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 1, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10189.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (10189) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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