CPSC Recall in 2020: Rawlings Recalls Catcher’s Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 20-067

Date: February 06, 2020

Product Name: CHMACH-SR Senior Catchers helmets

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Rawlings CHMACH-SR (Senior) Catchers Helmet.  The recalled helmets have “MACH” printed on the hangtag originally attached to the helmet.  “Rawlings” is printed on the side of the helmet and the “R” Rawlings logo is printed on the front center of the helmets with a gray chin strap.  The plastic helmets were sold in two-tone color combinations including black/white (UPC 083321545504), green/white (UPC 083321545511), navy/white (083321545528) and red/white (UPC 083321545566).  The UPC code is printed on the hangtag that was attached to the helmet at the time of sale. Inside of the helmet is a sticker that reads “CHMACH-SR-RevA.”

Hazard Description:

The back plate of the catcher’s helmet can fail to protect the player, posing a risk of head injury to the user.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Replace

Units: About 1,400 (in addition, about 70 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Rawlings.com and other online stores  from July 2018 through September 2019 for about $200. 

Manufactured In:

China