CPSC recall 12190
Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-04-13
On 2016-04-13 the CPSC announced a recall of Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits by Soyo International, citing the steel braided wire in the mouthpiece that connects the bit on either side of the horse's cheeks can become frayed, rusted or worn, which can cause the bit to break. If this ha….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 12190 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2012-05-31 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Soyo International |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Happy Mouth Wire Mouth Bits | This recall involves eight models of Happy Mouth wire mouth bits used with a bridle in horseback riding. The bits involved in this recall have steel braided wire running through the plastic mouthpiece and most with a metal ring on each end. Model numbers included in the recall are 462172SS, 462177SS, 462181SS, 462184SS, 464123SS, 466898SS, 466904SS and 467248SS. Model numbers can be found on a label attached to the product. "Happy Mouth" is engraved on the plastic mouthpiece.
Reason
The steel braided wire in the mouthpiece that connects the bit on either side of the horse's cheeks can become frayed, rusted or worn, which can cause the bit to break. If this happens, the rider can lose control and fall from the horse.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/English-Riding-Supply-Recalls-Wire-Mouth-Bits-for-Horses-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury
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