CPSC2011-05-31
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Bell Sports Due to Head Injury Hazard
Bell Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
Hazard
The plastic buckle that connects the chin straps can fail, causing the helmet to come off the wearer's head. This poses a head injury hazard to riders in the event of a fall.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a replacement or refund.
Sold at
Walmart stores nationwide and Amazon.com between August 2009 and March 2011 for between $50 and $60.
Affected count
About 31,100 in the United States, and about 2,500 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of a buckle failing during an accident, resulting in an injury that required stitches below the wearer's eye.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Full-face bicycle helmets
Consumer contact
For additional information call Bell Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via email at answer_desk@bellsports.com, or visit the firm's website at www.bellsports.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Bicycle-Helmets-Recalled-by-Bell-Sports-Due-to-Head-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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