CPSC, ITECH Announce Recall of Hockey Goalie Masks and Replacement Wires
The hazard
The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial injuries.
Incidents reported: ITECH received three reports of injuries sustained from the wire breaking at or near a weld point. The injuries included superficial facial and eye injuries.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them to the company for a free replacement unit.
Contact: Call ITECH toll-free at (877) 832-3366 or send an e-mail to recall@itech.com
About this recall
The recalled hockey goalie masks and replacement wires are non-certified models with a cat-eye design and have the word "ITECH" printed on the sides and front of the mask. The ITECH Profile 2100, 1100 and 8.0 goalie masks came in black or white. A label identifying the model and size (medium or large) is affixed to the rear crown of the helmet. In addition, the back of the helmet has a large red triangular warning label. The ITECH RP607 and RP609 replacement wires are black, white and chrome and include a unique side attachment design - they are attached to the helmet/mask by four screws and posts without the use of any additional clips.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC