Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Recalls Equine Bits Due to Fall Hazard
USProfessional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Recalls Equine Bits Due to Fall Hazard
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe bit can break during use, posing a fall hazard to a rider.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Swivel Port mouthpiece versions of equine bits from the Bob Avila collection. The bits include the following models: Avila Santa Maria Swivel Port (model no. AVB-171), a 7 ¼" shank with a decorative silver design and swivel port mouthpiece; Avila Byron Swivel Port (model no. AVB-612), an 8" Gunmetal shank, swivel port mouthpiece; Avila Phoenix Swivel Port (model no. AVB-621), an 8" cheek with a silver and copper decorative sunflower at the top of the shank, and silver bar design on remainder of cheek; and Avila Sunflower Swivel Port (model no. AVB-222), a 7" shank with a decorative silver and copper floral design, swivel port mouthpiece.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedSwivel Port equine bits from Bob Avila collection
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Professionals-Choice-Sports-Medicine-Products-Recalls-Equine-Bits-Due-to-Fall-Hazard |
| Title | Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Recalls Equine Bits Due to Fall Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/equine-bit-1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Avila Santa Maria Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-171 |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/equine-bit-2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Avila Sunflower Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-222 |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/equine-bit-3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Avila Byron Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-612 |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/equine-bit-4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Avila Phoenix Swivel Port equine bit with model number AVB-621 |
| Hazards › Name | The bit can break during use, posing a fall hazard to a rider. |
| Injuries › Name | The company has received five reports of bits breaking.No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Swivel Port equine bits from Bob Avila collection |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,135 |
| Recall I D | 10323 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bits and contact Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products to receive a full refund or free replacement. Upon receipt of the product, Professional's Choice will send a refund payment by check or ship a replacement product, whichever the consumer prefers. Professional's Choice will provide a pre-paid shipping label to consumers. Consumers can also contact the retailer from which the product was originally purchased for a refund. |
| Importers › Name | Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Inc., of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
| Retailers › Name | Horse-riding supply stores nationwide and online at profchoice.com from January 2022 through March 2025 for between $120 and $160. |
| Recall Date | 2025-06-26T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Swivel Port mouthpiece versions of equine bits from the Bob Avila collection. The bits include the following models: Avila Santa Maria Swivel Port (model no. AVB-171), a 7 ¼" shank with a decorative silver design and swivel port mouthpiece; Avila Byron Swivel Port (model no. AVB-612), an 8" Gunmetal shank, swivel port mouthpiece; Avila Phoenix Swivel Port (model no. AVB-621), an 8" cheek with a silver and copper decorative sunflower at the top of the shank, and silver bar design on remainder of cheek; and Avila Sunflower Swivel Port (model no. AVB-222), a 7" shank with a decorative silver and copper floral design, swivel port mouthpiece. |
| Recall Number | 25358 |
| Remedy Options › 1 › Option | Refund |
| Remedy Options › 2 › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Inc. toll-free at 800-331-9421 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at info@profchoice.com or online at https://profchoice.com/recalls or https://profchoice.com and select "Recalls" from the Customer Care menu. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-06-26T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Recalls Equine Bits Due to Fall Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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