English Riding Supply Recalls Ovation Protege Equestrian Helmets Due to Impact Injury Hazard

Equestrian helmets

Date of Recall

2023-02-09

CPSC Release Number

23-116

Manufactured In

Taiwan

Units

About 49,300 (In addition, about 5,270 were sold in Canada)

Importer

English Riding Supply LLC, of Scranton, Pennsylvania (12/31/2021-Present) ERS Equestrian Inc., f/k/a English Riding Suppl Inc., of Scranton, Pennsylvania (Prior to 12/31/2021)

Sold By

Tack shops and English equestrian specialty stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.statelinetack.com from January 2021 through December 2022 for between $58 and $66.

Problem/Hazard

The recalled helmets fail to meet the impact requirements of the ASTM F1163-15 standard for this type of helmet, posing an impact injury hazard to riders who fall.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

Description

This recall involves Ovation Protégé model equestrian helmets manufactured from December 2020 through December 2022 and sold in multiple colors and finishes. The Ovation Protégé is an equestrian helmet that is certified by the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) to the ASTM F1163-15 standard. An SEI certification label, which includes the model name and date of manufacture, is located inside the helmets. "OV" is printed on the front of the helmets.

Remedy

Refund

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