CPSC2012-05-31
English Riding Supply Recalls Wire Mouth Bits for Horses Due to Risk of Injury
Soyo International Corp, of Kobe, Japan
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.
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.
Sold at
Equestrian riding stores, tack shops, saddlery dealers nationwide, through mail order and by online equestrian retailers from July 2003 through April 2012 for between $30 and $51.
Affected count
About 3,400
Injuries reported
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.
Manufactured in
Korea
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits
Consumer 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 hmbits@englishridingsupply.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/English-Riding-Supply-Recalls-Wire-Mouth-Bits-for-Horses-Due-to-Risk-of-InjuryDon't want to check this manually?
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