CPSC2007-12-05
Bell Racing Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Bell Racing Co., of Santa Cruz, Calif.
Hazard
Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Bell Racing to receive a full refund.
Sold at
Bell Racing dealers and distributors nationwide from February 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.
Affected count
About 1,400
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Collectible Mini Helmets
Consumer contact
For further information, contact Bell Racing toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via e-mail at minireplicasrecall@bellracing.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.bellracing.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Bell-Racing-Recalls-Collectible-Mini-Racing-Helmets-Due-to-Violation-of-Lead-Paint-StandardDon't want to check this manually?
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