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Outdoor & Sports/Sports Equipment

Xenith Recalls Football Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

Agency Publication Date: August 17, 2016
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Summary

Xenith has recalled about 5,900 Epic Varsity, X2 Varsity, X2E Varsity, and Youth football helmets because the outer shells can crack during use. This defect poses a serious risk of head injuries to football players. The recalled helmets were sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015, and March 18, 2016, and were available in various colors and custom designs. Consumers should immediately stop using these helmets and contact Xenith for a free replacement.

Risk

The polycarbonate shell of the helmet can crack upon impact, compromising its ability to protect the wearer's head. Xenith has received 29 reports of helmets cracking, although no injuries have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately stop using the recalled Xenith Epic Varsity, X2 Varsity, X2E Varsity, and Youth football helmets with gloss or metallic-painted shells.
  2. Check the inside top of the helmet for a white sticker containing the serial number to see if your helmet is affected.
  3. Verify your serial number against the complete list of recalled products available at www.xenith.com/recall.
  4. Contact Xenith at 800-956-9022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.xenith.com (click on the 'Helmet Shell Recall' link) to receive a free new replacement helmet.
  5. Call the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772 if you have additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

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Football players should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Players, coaches and parents should contact Xenith to receive a free new replacement helmet.

Contact: Xenith at 800-956-9022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.xenith.com and click on the "Helmet Shell Recall" link on the homepage for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Xenith Epic Varsity Football Helmet
Date Ranges: Sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016
Product: Xenith X2 Varsity Football Helmet
Date Ranges: Sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016
Product: Xenith X2E Varsity Football Helmet
Date Ranges: Sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016
Product: Xenith Youth Football Helmet
Date Ranges: Sold or factory-reconditioned between May 1, 2015 and March 18, 2016

Product Images

The serial number is printed on a white sticker inside the top of the helmet.

The serial number is printed on a white sticker inside the top of the helmet.

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 16245
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Xenith LLC, of Detroit, Mich.
Sold By: Through team dealers and direct school sales, and at BSN, Buddy's All Stars, Carey's Sporting Goods, End Zone Sports and Sports, Inc. and other stores nationwide and online at Eastbay.com, Footlocker.com, SafetyFirstSports.com, SportsUnlimitedInc.com and Xenith.com from May 2015 through March 2016 for between $140 and $400.
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: About 5,900
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Xenith at 800-956-9022 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.xenith.com and click on the "Helmet Shell Recall" link on the homepage for more information.
Agency Last Updated: August 17, 2016

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: CPSC Notice ยท Raw API Response