STX Shield throat protector
Description: This recall involves the STX Shield throat protector. The throat protector is black and has the letters "STX" engraved on the outer surface of the protector. It has straps attached by silver screws on each side and bottom of the protector to attach it to a lacrosse goalie's helmet below the helmet's chin guard. [Learn More]
About 4,000 units were affected by this recall.
STX Recalls Shield Throat Protector Due to Laceration Hazard
Shield Throat Protector Front View. Shield Throat Protector as Sold At Retail Stores
STX Shield throat protector Recall Information
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Recall Date | 02/26/2014 |
| Recall ID | 5843 |
| Recall Number | 14116 |
| Product Type | Sports Equipment & Accessories |
| Hazard | The Shield Throat Protector can crack or break when struck by a lacrosse ball, posing a laceration hazard to the user. |
| Injuries | STX has received one report of the Shield throat protector breaking, resulting in reported bruising and lacerations to the user's neck. |
| Remedy | Consumers should stop using the Shield throat protector and return the product to STX for a full refund. |
| Contact | STX toll-free at (888) 789-7894 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.stx.com and click on RECALL--Shield Throat Protector for more information. |
| Last Updated | 02/26/2014 |
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