Horze Horse Riding Vests
- Affected
- Black padded horse-riding vest with a white ‘Z’ logo on right side of vest. Affected EAN list available here.
- The problem
- The vests present a high risk of injuries as the shock absorption thresholds were exceeded by 2-3 times, meaning that users may not receive sufficient protection in the case of a fall or injury.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Horse Riding Vest |
|---|---|
| Models | Horze Titan Children, Horze Titan Adults, Horze Verus Children, Horze Verus Adults |
| Article numbers | 37057 and 37012 |
| Sales period | All riding vests of the above models sold since 1 January 2020. |
| Product description | Black padded horse-riding vest with a white ‘Z’ logo on right side of vest. Affected EAN list available here. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
The product has been identified as presenting a risk of injuries as the shock absorption thresholds were exceeded by 2-3 times upon technical inspection, meaning that users may not receive the required protection should they fall from, or be injured by, a horse.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018 or the relevant standard, EN 13158:2018.
Corrective action
Horze placed a temporary ban on the supply of the product and withdrew all product from the market in February 2022. Horze have since recalled the products from end users and have contacted distributors and consumers.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2204-0293
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 16 May 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.