CPSC2012-01-06
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Triple Eight Distribution Due to Risk of Head Injury
Triple Eight Distribution, Inc., of Port Washington, N.Y.
Hazard
Product testing demonstrated that these helmets do not comply with CPSC safety standards for impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact head injuries in a fall.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Triple Eight for a full refund.
Sold at
Bicycle and sports stores and other retailers nationwide and online from August 2006 through November 2011 for about $40.
Affected count
About 30,400
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Bicycle helmets for children and youth
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Triple Eight at (516) 883-8889 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.triple8.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Bicycle-Helmets-Recalled-by-Triple-Eight-Distribution-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-InjuryDon't want to check this manually?
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