The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·19781·Announced 2019-09-19

Chronicle Recalls Power Armor Helmets Due to Mold Exposure Risk

Chronicle LLC is recalling T-51b Power Armor Collectible Helmets sold by GameStop because mold may be present on the fabric liner, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections.

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 (mold exposure leading to potential infections) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Chronicle LLC is recalling T-51b Power Armor Collectible Helmets due to the risk of mold exposure. The recall involves approximately 20,000 one-size-fits-all helmets constructed of ABS plastic with a polyester/cotton blend fabric liner. The product name "T-51b" and "Power Armor Helmet" appears on the packaging.

Mold can be present on the fabric insert inside the helmet, which poses a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs, or a mold allergy. No injuries have been reported.

The helmets were sold online at GameStop.com in June 2019 for about $150. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact GameStop for a full refund and return instructions. GameStop is also contacting all known purchasers directly.

The recalled product

Product
Power Armor Collectible Helmets
Manufacturer
Chronicle LLC, of Irving, Texas
Category
Consumer Product — Collectibles
Hazard
Affected units
20,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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