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5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier recalled over an injury risk

Cuts and injuries

Product Recall for 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier presenting a risk of injuries.

  • 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier: photo from the OPSS notice of 14 Jan 2022
    Product image from the OPSS safety notice

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

7 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier

    Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
    • US.PO00022756
    • US.PO-00023827
    • US.PO-00024126
    • US.PO-00024380
    • US.PO-00024621
    • US.PO-00024125
    ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
    • 56100

What to do now

The risk with 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier is physical injury.

  1. Stop using it.
  2. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
  3. Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from 5.11.
  4. Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.

Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.

Refunds, repairs and replacements

Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.

If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.

From the official notice

Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2112-0025). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Recall for 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier presenting a risk of injuries.

The risk

The product presents a risk of injuries as the cable in the quick release system of the plate carrier can separate from the handle preventing swift removal of the carrier in an emergency situation.

Action taken

The product has been recalled from end users.

Advice to consumers

The product has been recalled from end users. For further information on the recall, please access the 5.11 recall site .

Additional information

PSD case number: 2201-0025

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards

Product description

Beige plate barrier vest with side pockets.

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier been recalled?

The risk with 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier is physical injury. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.

How do I know if my product is affected?

Compare the batch code and model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.

What should I do now?

Stop using it. Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.

Can I get a refund or a repair?

Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.

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