Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Recalls Equine Bits Due to Fall Hazard
The bit can break during use, posing a fall hazard to a rider.
Affected Units: 1,135
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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.
Sold At
Horse-riding supply stores nationwide and online at profchoice.com from January 2022 through March 2025 for between $120 and $160.
Country of Origin
China
Reported Incidents
The company has received five reports of bits breaking.No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Details
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.
Contact Information
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.
Additional Product Images
Recalled Avila Sunflower Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-222
Recalled Avila Byron Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-612
Recalled Avila Phoenix Swivel Port equine bit with model number AVB-621
Available Remedies
Recommended Actions
- 1Stop using the product immediately. Do not continue to use, sell, or distribute the recalled product.
- 2Check if you have the recalled product. Verify the brand, model number, lot codes, or UPC listed in the recall.
- 3Follow the remedy instructions. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Request a replacement product from the manufacturer or retailer.
- 4Visit the official recall page for complete details, contact information, and deadline information (if applicable).
Official Recall Information
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including contact details and deadlines, please visit the official recall page from CPSC.
View Official Recall PageNeed more help? If you have questions or have experienced issues with this product, you can:
- Contact the manufacturer or retailer where you purchased the product
- Report an incident to SaferProducts.gov
- Consult with the CPSC for additional guidance