Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported June 9, 2016
AR500 Armor Recalls Level III Body Armor Due to Risk of Gunshot Injury or Death
The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penetrate, and pose a risk of gunshot injury or death.
Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz. recalled This recall involves AR500 Armor Level III body armor, including chest plates, side plate… - a moderate-severity action.
AR500 Armor Recalls Level III Body Armor Due to Risk of Gunshot Injury or Death was recalled by Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz. in June 9, 2016. Reason: The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penet…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled body armor and contact the firm for …. Verify recall #16192 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penet….
- Moderate
- severity level
- June 9, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16192 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16192) was formally reported on June 9, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 10,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penetrate, and pose a risk of gunshot injury or death. 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 immediately stop using the recalled body armor and contact the firm for instructions to receive replacement body armor. AR500 will contact all known purchasers about the recall. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Affected scope
About 10,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves AR500 Armor Level III body armor, including chest plates, side plates and ABS panels. The black, steel-core body armor is rated for protection against rifle calibers up to 7.62X51 M80 Ball (.308) at 2,800 feet per second. AR500 Armor is printed on a white label on the back side of the armor. Only AR500 Level III body armor with the manufacture date code of February 2016 and March 2016 are included in the recall.
Reason for recall
The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penetrate, and pose a risk of gunshot injury or death.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled body armor and contact the firm for instructions to receive replacement body armor. AR500 will contact all known purchasers about the recall.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16192 |
| Date reported | June 9, 2016 |
| Date initiated | June 9, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz. |
| Affected scope | About 10,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled body armor and contact the firm for instructions to receive replacement body…
- Check the recall number (16192) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves AR500 Armor Level III body armor, including chest plates, side plates and ABS panels. The black, steel-core body armor is rated for protection against rifle calibers up to 7.62X51 M80 Ball (.308) at 2,800 feet per second. AR500 Armor is printed on a white label on the back side of the armor. Only AR500 Level III body armor with the manufacture date code of February 2016 and March 2016 are included in the recall.. Recalled by Ar500 Armor, of Phoenix, Ariz.. Units affected: About 10,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penetrate, and pose a risk of gunshot injury or death.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled body armor and contact the firm for instructions to receive replacement body armor. AR500 will contact all known purchasers about the recall.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 9, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16192.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16192) 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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