Mizuno USA, Inc. Recalls "Gamer" Baseball Gloves Due to Chance of Infection in At-Risk Consumers
Recall 06070 · Jan 19, 2006 · Mizuno USA, Inc.
12,800
units affected
12,800
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06070
- Date
- Jan 19, 2006
- Company
- Mizuno USA, Inc.
- Units affected
- 12,800
- Product
- Mizuno "Gamer" Baseball Gloves
- Product type
- Baseball/Softball Accessories
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
The recall includes all Mizuno "Gamer" baseball gloves. These gloves have the word "Gamer" printed on the palm of the gloves.
What can happen
These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the gloves and contact Mizuno USA, Inc. for information on how to receive a free replacement baseball glove.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Sporting goods stores nationwide from July 2005 through October 2005 for about $80.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled mizuno "gamer" baseball gloves?
Consumers should stop using the gloves and contact Mizuno USA, Inc. for information on how to receive a free replacement baseball glove.
What is the hazard?
These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.
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.