CPSC, ASICS TIGER Corp. Announce Recall of Wrestling Ear Guards
Source: CPSC Recall #01133
Recall Date
2001-04-24
Manufacturer
ASICS TIGER Corp., of Irvine, Calif.
Units Affected
About 60,000
Products Involved
ASIC Gel Wrestling Ear Guard with Neoprene
Hazard
The plastic protective shell of these guards can break when it is hit against a hard surface, resulting in impact injuries to the wrestler's head.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these ear guards immediately, and return them to the store where purchased or to the firm for a free replacement.
Reported Injuries
ASICS TIGER Corp. has received 10 reports of the plastic shells of these guards breaking, resulting in three injuries. The injuries reported include cuts and abrasions to the side of the head and ear.
Sold At
Sports specialty and team sport stores, and team sport catalogs sold these guards nationwide, from June 1998 through March 2001, for about $25.
Manufactured In
China
Full Recall Description
The recall involves ASIC Gel Wrestling Ear Guard with Neoprene. The guard includes two plastic ear pieces covered with neoprene nylon. The ASICS red logo is on a label on the guard's strap. A gold label inside the guard reads, "MADE IN CHINA." A date code can be found written on the neoprene nylon underneath the outer rim of the ear piece. The recalled guards have date codes beginning with "98" or "99." The guards are white, red, purple, black, navy blue, royal blue, green or gold.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28