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Xenith Recalls Football Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

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CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7831.

This recall involves Xenith Epic Varsity, X2 Varsity, X2E Varsity and Youth football helmets with a gloss or metallic-painted polycarbonate shell sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016. The helmets were sold in multiple sizes depending on the model, and in varying colors and custom-paint designs. They have a facemask and a chin cup, available in different styles and varying colors, and may have an optional eye shield. The serial number is printed on a white sticker inside the top of the helmet. A complete list of the serial numbers included in this recall is available at www.xenith.com/recall.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7831.

Football players should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Players, coaches and parents should contact Xenith to receive a free new replacement helmet.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Through Team Dealers And Direct School Sales, And At Bsn, Buddy's All Stars, Carey's Sporting Goods, End Zone Sports And Sports, Inc. And Other Stores Nationwide And Online At Eastbay.com, Footlocker.com, Safetyfirstsports.com, Sportsunlimitedinc.com And Xenith.com From May 2015 Through March 2016 For Between $140 And $400. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-7831.

Xenith at 800-956-9022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.xenith.com and click on the "Helmet Shell Recall" link on the homepage for more information.

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Through Team Dealers And Direct School Sales, And At Bsn, Buddy's All Stars, Carey's Sporting Goods, End Zone Sports And Sports, Inc. And Other Stores Nationwide And Online At Eastbay.com, Footlocker.com, Safetyfirstsports.com, Sportsunlimitedinc.com And Xenith.com From May 2015 Through March 2016 For Between $140 And $400. is the subject of a sports & recreation recall: Xenith Recalls Football Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard. The notice was published on August 17, 2016 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 5,900 units are potentially affected.