5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9160.
The recall involves the 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier, style number 56100. "5.11" is molded onto a rubber label on the front of the carriers at the bottom left. The style number is printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket. The plate carriers are used by consumers, law enforcement professionals and first responders in combination with ballistic plates. The plate carriers can also be used for outdoor fitness and weight training and can hold weighted non-ballistic plates. Only carriers with the following PO numbers are included in the recall: US.PO-00022756 US.PO-00024380 US.PO-00023827 US.PO-00024621 US.PO-00024126 US.PO-00024125 The PO and style numbers are printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket of the carriers.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9160.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plate carriers and contact 5.11 for a free replacement of the cable system.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact 5.11 Stores, Rogue Fitness, Galls, Kroll International, And Other Authorized Fitness Equipment, Uniform And Tactical Supply Retailers For Law Enforcement And Public Safety Officers Nationwide. Also Sold Online At Www.511tactical.com And Other Websites From October 2020 Through August 2021 For About $200. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- 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-9160.
5.11 Inc. toll-free at 866-451-1726 from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.511tactical.com/product-recall or www.511tactical.com and click "Contact Us" to email the firm to receive a free replacement cable.
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5.11 Stores, Rogue Fitness, Galls, Kroll International, And Other Authorized Fitness Equipment, Uniform And Tactical Supply Retailers For Law Enforcement And Public Safety Officers Nationwide. Also Sold Online At Www.511tactical.com And Other Websites From October 2020 Through August 2021 For About $200. Recall FAQ
5.11 Stores, Rogue Fitness, Galls, Kroll International, And Other Authorized Fitness Equipment, Uniform And Tactical Supply Retailers For Law Enforcement And Public Safety Officers Nationwide. Also Sold Online At Www.511tactical.com And Other Websites From October 2020 Through August 2021 For About $200. is the subject of a consumer products recall: 5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard. The notice was published on October 27, 2021 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 45,170 units are potentially affected.