The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14253·Announced 2014-08-12

JPC Equestrian Recalls HDR Stirrup Leathers Due to Fall Hazard

JPC Equestrian is recalling about 1,200 HDR stirrup leathers because they can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to riders.

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.

Plain-English summary

JPC Equestrian Inc. is recalling about 1,200 units of HDR pre-stretched stirrup leathers. The recall involves five specific models of stirrup leathers branded with the HDR logo and the name "HENRI DE RIVEL." The affected products were manufactured by Ducks N Drakes in India and sold at various equestrian supply retailers nationwide, including Choice Brands/Horse Loverz, Dover Saddlery, and The Equestrian Corner, from October 2013 to May 2014. The leathers were sold for between $30 and $40.

The recall was initiated because the stirrup leathers can crack and break, which poses a fall hazard to the rider. JPC Equestrian has received three reports of broken stirrup leathers, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stirrup leathers. To obtain a full refund, consumers should contact JPC Equestrian toll-free at (866) 273-3243 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.breeches.com and click on the "Recall Notification" link.

The recalled product

Product
HDR Stirrup Leathers
Manufacturer
Ducks N Drakes, of Kampur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Category
Consumer Product — Equestrian Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
1,200

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (5)

  • 845654040343
  • 845654040350
  • 845654040367
  • 845654066817
  • 845654069238

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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