Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits
Description: This recall involves eight models of Happy Mouth wire mouth bits used with a bridle in horseback riding. The bits involved in this recall have steel braided wire running through the plastic mouthpiece and most with a metal ring on each end. Model numbers included in the recall are 462172SS, 462177SS, 462181SS, 462184SS, 464123SS, 466898SS, 466904SS and 467248SS. Model numbers can be found on a label attached to the product. "Happy Mouth" is engraved on the plastic mouthpiece. [Learn More]
About 3,400 units were affected by this recall.
English Riding Supply Recalls Wire Mouth Bits for Horses Due to Risk of Injury
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Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits Recall Information
| Country of Origin | Korea |
| Recall Date | 05/31/2012 |
| Recall ID | 1060 |
| Recall Number | 12190 |
| Product Type | Horseback Riding (Activity, Apparel or Equipment) |
| Hazard | The steel braided wire in the mouthpiece that connects the bit on either side of the horse's cheeks can become frayed, rusted or worn, which can cause the bit to break. If this happens, the rider can lose control and fall from the horse. |
| Injuries | The firm has received four reports of wire bits that have broken and resulted in reports of injuries including broken and fractured bones, bruises and back pain from falls. |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop using these bits and return them to the retailer where purchased or return the bits directly to English Riding Supply for a refund. |
| Remedy Option | Refund |
| Contact | For additional information, please contact English Riding Supply toll-free at (866) 569-1600 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.englishridingsupply.com. Consumers can also email the firm at [email protected] |
| Last Updated | 04/13/2016 |
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