HIGH RISKRecall Data: June 26, 2025

Swivel Port equine bits from Bob Avila collection

Professional's Choice Sports Medicine Products Inc., of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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Recalled Avila Santa Maria Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-171

Recalled Avila Santa Maria Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-171

Recalled Avila Sunflower Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-222

Recalled Avila Sunflower Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-222

Recalled Avila Byron Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-612

Recalled Avila Byron Swivel Port equine bit model number AVB-612

Recalled Avila Phoenix Swivel Port equine bit with model number AVB-621

Recalled Avila Phoenix Swivel Port equine bit with model number AVB-621

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The bit can break during use, posing a fall hazard to a rider.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

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.

Consumer Contact

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 [email protected] or online at https://profchoice.com/recalls or https://profchoice.com and select "Recalls" from the Customer Care menu.

Product 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.

Where was it sold?

Horse-riding supply stores nationwide and online at profchoice.com from January 2022 through March 2025 for between $120 and $160.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

25358

Impacted Units

About 1,135

Incidents/Injuries

The company has received five reports of bits breaking.No injuries have been reported.

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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