The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07264·Announced 2007-08-08

Stübben Steeltec Horseback Riding Stirrups Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Stübben is recalling Steeltec SEQ stirrups because the hinges can break, posing a fall hazard to riders. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (fall hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Stübben North America, Inc. is recalling approximately 500 units of Stübben Steeltec SEQ Stirrups. The recalled products are stainless steel horseback riding accessories with a hinge on each side, used by riders for mounting or support. "Stübben STEELtec" is printed on the stirrups, which were sold in three sizes: 4 ½", 4 ¾", and 5".

The recall was issued because the stirrup's hinges can break, posing a fall hazard to riders. Stübben has received two reports of the stirrups breaking, but no injuries have been reported.

The stirrups were sold by Stübben authorized dealers nationwide from August 2006 through May 2007 for about $100 per pair. Consumers should stop using the stirrups immediately and return them to Stübben to receive a full refund. For additional information, contact Stübben North America, Inc. at (800) 550-1110 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.stubbennorthamerica.com.

The recalled product

Product
Stübben Steeltec SEQ Stirrups
Manufacturer
Stübben North America, Inc., of Troy, Va.
Category
Consumer Product — Equestrian Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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