Warning
Total Saddle Fit Recalls Western Saddle Cinches Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #25357
Total Saddle Fit Recalls Western Saddle Cinches Due to Fall and Injury Hazards
Total Saddle Fit, LLC, of Jamul, California · Shoulder Relief Saddle Cinches
Product Description
This recall includes Shoulder Relief Cinches which are designed to hold the saddle in place on the horse. The leather cinch comes in black and brown colors and measures between 24 and 36 inches. The Total Saddle Fit name is located near the buckle on the cinch. This recall only includes cinches sold prior to August 2021, which can be identified by a Shoulder Relief Cinch with a round buckle and no center elastic on the cinch.
Hazard
The cinch can come apart and cause the saddle to fall off, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Shoulder Relief Cinch and contact Total Saddle Fit for a free replacement, and instructions on how to return the original cinch (pre-paid shipping label will be provided). Total Saddle Fit is contacting all known purchasers.
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Reported Injuries
The firm has received 19 reports of the cinch coming apart and the saddle falling off, including one report of a rider fracturing their ribs.
411 Press Analysis
Total Saddle Fit, LLC, of Jamul, California has recalled Shoulder Relief Saddle Cinches after injury reports prompted CPSC action on June 26, 2025. This recall affects about 10,000. The cinch can come apart and cause the saddle to fall off, posing fall and injury hazards to the rider. The manufacturer is advising consumers to stop using the product immediately. Affected consumers can receive a free replacement by contacting the company directly. The CPSC recommends inspecting the product for matching model numbers and contacting the manufacturer if uncertain about whether a specific unit is covered.
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