Recall of Tactec plate carriers due to injury hazard

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall of the Tactec Plate Carriers due to injury hazard.

The recalled product is the 56100 Tactec Plate Carriers.

According to the recall, the cable in the quick release system can separate from the handle preventing swift removal of the carrier in an emergency situation, posing an injury hazard.

There were about 45,170 units sold.

The following PO numbers are included in the recall:

US.PO-00022756
US.PO-00024380
US.PO-00023827
US.PO-00024621
US.PO-00024126
US.PO-00024125

To get a replacement cable, call toll-free at 866-451-1726 from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.511tactical.com/product-recall or www.511tactical.com and click “Contact Us” to email the firm to receive a free replacement cable.

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