5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard
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This CPSC record concerns 5.11 Recalls Tactec Plate Carriers Due to Injury Hazard. Use the source fields below to narrow the match, then verify the exact item and current remedy on the issuing-agency page.
- Classification: The cable in the quick release system of the plate
- Status: Ongoing
- Recall date: 2021-10-27
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Product Description & Identification
The recall involves the 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier, style number 56100. "5.11" is molded onto a rubber label on the front of the carriers at the bottom left. The style number is printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket. The plate carriers are used by consumers, law enforcement professionals and first responders in combination with ballistic plates. The plate carriers can also be used for outdoor fitness and weight training and can hold weighted non-ballistic plates. Only carriers with the following PO numbers are included in the recall: US.PO-00022756 US.PO-00024380 US.PO-00023827 US.PO-00024621 US.PO-00024126 US.PO-00024125 The PO and style numbers are printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket of the carriers.
Reason for Recall / Hazard Identified
Hazard: The cable in the quick release system of the plate carrier can separate from the handle preventing swift removal of the carrier in an emergency situation, posing an injury hazard.. The recall involves the 5.11 Tactec Plate Carrier, style number 56100. "5.11" is molded onto a rubber label on the front of the carriers at the bottom left. The style number is printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket. The plate carriers are used by consumers, law enforcement professionals and first responders in combination with ballistic plates. The plate carriers can also be used for outdoor fitness and weight training and can hold weighted non-ballistic plates. Only carriers with the following PO numbers are included in the recall: US.PO-00022756 US.PO-00024380 US.PO-00023827 US.PO-00024621 US.PO-00024126 US.PO-00024125 The PO and style numbers are printed on a tag in the inside seam of the front pocket of the carriers.
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This record was last updated in our index on 2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC. Because recall enforcement statuses and instructions evolve, always verify details directly with the issuing government agency.
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- CPSC
- Source ID
- 9160
- Indexed update
- 2026-07-27 11:37:09 UTC
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