5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard
The recall involves the 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier, style number 56100. "5.11" is molded onto a rubber label on the front of the carriers at the bottom left. The style number is printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket. The plate carriers are used by consumers, law enforcement professionals and first responders in combination with ballistic plates. The plate carriers can also be used for outdoor fitness and weight training and can hold weighted non-ballistic plates. Only carriers with the following PO numbers are included in the recall: US.PO-00022756 US.PO-00024380 US.PO-00023827 US.PO-00024621 US.PO-00024126 US.PO-00024125 The PO and style numbers are printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket of the carriers.
Product:
56100 Tactec™ Plate CarriersAbout 45,170
Retailer:
5.11 stores, Rogue Fitness, Galls, Kroll International, and other authorized fitness equipment, uniform and tactical supply retailers for law enforcement and public safety officers nationwide. Also sold online at www.511tactical.com and other websites from October 2020 through August 2021 for about $200.
Recall Date: Oct 27, 2021
Injury:
The firm has received two reports of the cable in the quick release system separating from the handle on the Tactec Plate Carriers. No injuries have been reported.
Mfg Country:
Vietnam
Importer:
5.11 Inc., of Manteca, Calif.
Recall ID: 9160
Last Published: Oct 27, 2021
Official Site: Link
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Emert Number: 22008
Emert Status: Notified