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Batting Helmets Recalled by Rawlings Sporting Goods Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Recall 08-575 · May 27, 2008 · Rawlings Sporting Goods

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact either the retailer where the product was purchased or Rawlings for a free replacement product.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-575 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 27, 2008
Brand
Rawlings Sporting Goods
Category
Sports, bikes and outdoor
Products
Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets
Hazard
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard type
Poisoning and toxic substances
Units
About 2,300
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves junior batting helmets with model number CFHLJR. The helmets come in yellow and orange with black accents. The model number can be found on the rear of the helmet.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets · About 2,300 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Sporting goods retailers nationwide from July 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.; Rawlings Sporting Goods Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Rawlings (800) 729-5464 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.rawlings.com

Recall history and context

Rawlings Sporting Goods appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Rawlings Sporting Goods recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Rawlings Junior Batting Helmets (About 2,300 units). This recall involves junior batting helmets with model number CFHLJR.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Lead Paint Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact either the retailer where the product was purchased or Rawlings for a free replacement product.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.