CPSC Recall in 2023: English Riding Supply Recalls Ovation Protege Equestrian Helmets Due to Impact Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2023.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 23-116

Date: February 09, 2023

Product Name: Equestrian helmets

Recall Description:

This recall involves Ovation Protégé model equestrian helmets manufactured from December 2020 through December 2022 and sold in multiple colors and finishes. The Ovation Protégé is an equestrian helmet that is certified by the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) to the ASTM F1163-15 standard. An SEI certification label, which includes the model name and date of manufacture, is located inside the helmets.  “OV” is printed on the front of the helmets.

Hazard Description:

The recalled helmets fail to meet the impact requirements of the ASTM F1163-15 standard for this type of helmet, posing an impact injury hazard to riders who fall.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Replace

Units: About 49,300 (In addition, about 5,270 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Tack shops and English equestrian specialty stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.com and www.statelinetack.com from January 2021 through December 2022 for between $58 and $66. 

Manufactured In:

Taiwan