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A previous version of this story said the collectible helmet was from the $200 Power Armor collector's edition. It is instead from a different line of collectibles sold through GameStop. Here is Bethesda's statement on the matter:

"The helmets that are being recalled are not from our Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition, but are instead a different line of helmets sold exclusively by GameStop. The Fallout 76 Power Armor Edition helmets are unaffected. Consumers should visit the product recall page for instructions if they have purchased the GameStop helmet"32 units out of the 20,000 units manufactured were sold to consumers. The story has been corrected with the new information.Original story continues...

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Concerns have been raised that a wearable Fallout 76 helmet is a breeding ground for mold bacteria, resulting in the recall of over 20,000 units.As reported by DualShockers, a collectible model of Fallout's T-51B helmet sold exclusively at GameStop is being recalled by The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. It warns the polyester and cotton fabric inserts inside the helmet provide a safe haven for bacteria to grow.The recall listing reads, "Mold can be present on the fabric insert inside the helmet, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold."Anyone who bought the collectible helmet can request a full refund via Gamestop. As yet, there have been no reported incidents of health issues as a result of buying the model, but GameStop is also reaching out to customers directly.It's not the first snafu to plague Fallout 76's official swag. Customers complained after the Power Armor edition shipped with a cheap nylon bag instead of one made of canvas, which was initially promised. Bethesda eventually agreed to replace the nylon versions if those who wanted a canvas bag filled out a request form.For our initial thoughts on Fallout 76, watch our first review in progress above.Bethesda's director, Todd Howard, told IGN in June the studio was aware the game wasn't up to scratch as it approached launch. "We knew, hey look, this is not the type of game that people are used to from us and we're going to get some criticism on it," he said. "A lot of that is very well-deserved criticism."

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