CPSC, First Team Inc. Announce Recall of Basketball Hoops
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The hazard
The bolt attaching the arm to the vertical post can break, causing the backboard to fall and injure someone standing below.
Incidents reported: First Team received one report of a backboard falling. No injuries were reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using their basketball hoops and contact First Team Customer Service to receive a free repair kit.
Contact: Call First Team at (800) 649-3688 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
About this recall
This recall involves First Team Attack, Force, and Titan basketball hoops. The hoops have a spring-loaded E-Z crank, adjustable backboard that goes from 6 feet, 6 inches to 10 feet tall. "First Team" is written on the bottom left corner of the clear acrylic or tempered glass backboard. The heavy-duty basketball hoops are often professionally installed.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC