# Under Armour Recalls Chin Straps for Football Helmets Due to Laceration Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2011-11-03 · 12035 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 12035
- **Date:** 2011-11-03
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

UA Defender Chin Straps

## Hazards

The metal snap that connects the chin strap to the helmet has sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard when the user's metal snap comes into contact with another player.

## Remedies

Replace

## Retailer(s)

Sporting goods stores and Under Armour outlet stores nationwide and at www.underarmour.com from January 2008 through September 2011 for about $20.

## Importer(s)

JR286, Inc., of Redondo Beach, Calif.

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

This recall involves all UA Defender Chin Straps. They were sold in the following colors: white and black, red, midnight, navy and royal and have a hard nylon shell, a padded chin area and a plastic strap with "Under Armour" printed on it. The chin straps have metal clasps that tighten the straps and attach them to the helmet.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Under-Armour-Recalls-Chin-Straps-for-Football-Helmets-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard)
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