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Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar recalled over an injury risk
Product Recall for Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie presenting a high risk of injuries.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar has been reported because it could hurt the person using it.
- Stop using it.
- Read the corrective action below: some notices offer a fix rather than a return.
- Contact Lanehunters Ltd or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- 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
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2412-0142). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie presenting a high risk of injuries.
The risk
The product does not provide sufficient protection to the user in the event of an accident and therefore presents a high risk to anyone using the product as personal protective equipment. The hoodie is not Kevlar, and its structural strong layers which are crucial for its structural integrity and protective capabilities did not meet the required standard.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by Lanehunters Ltd. Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact Lanehunters Ltd to arrange a refund. Lanehunters Ltd can be contacted at info@lanehunters.uk or via their website at https://www.lanehunters.uk/
Additional information
PSD case number: 2412-0142
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
A black motorcycle ‘hoodie’ which includes inserts and protectors for the shoulders, elbows and back. Affected products were sold through the website https://www.lanehunters.uk/ to customers in the UK, EU and USA from January 2024 to December 2024.
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Questions
Why has Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar been recalled?
Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar has been reported because it could hurt the person using it. 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?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official 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?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
