JPC Equestrian Recalls Stirrup Leathers Due to Fall Hazard
Recall 14253 · Aug 12, 2014 · JPC Equestrian
1,200
units affected
1,200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 14253
- Date
- Aug 12, 2014
- Company
- JPC Equestrian
- Units affected
- 1,200
- Product
- HDR Stirrup Leathers
- Product type
- Horseback Riding Accessories
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves five models of pre-stretched stirrup leathers. The stirrup leathers are branded with the HDR logo and name "HENRI DE RIVEL". The item number and UPC code are located on the hang tag. The following models are included in the recall: Product Name Length Color UPC Code Item Number HDR Pre-stretched Stirrup Leathers 54" Oakbark 845654040350 4004-O54 HDR Pre-stretched Stirrup Leathers 54" Hazelnut 845654040343 4004-H54 HDR Child's Pre-stretched Stirrup Leathers 48" Oakbark 845654040367 4005-O48 HDR Advantage Pre-stretched Stirrup Leather 54" Oakbark 845654069238 5067-O54 Pre-stretched Half Hole Stirrup Leather (1"x54") 54" Oakbark 845654066817 5046-O54
What can happen
The stirrup leather can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the stirrup leathers and contact JPC for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- JPC has received three reports of broken stirrup leathers. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Choice Brands/Horse Loverz, Dover Saddlery, The Equestrian Corner and other equestrian supply retailers nationwide from October 2013 to May 2014 from between $30 and $40.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled hdr stirrup leathers?
Consumers should immediately stop using the stirrup leathers and contact JPC for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The stirrup leather can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.