CPSC2016-02-04
Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
Head USA, of Boulder, Colo.
Hazard
The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Head USA to receive a free replacement helmet.
Sold at
Specialty ski and snowboard shops and online from January 2015 through December 2015 for between $80 and $120.
Affected count
About 260 in the United States (in addition, 180 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Ski and snowboard helmets
Consumer contact
Head USA at 800-874-3235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.head.com then click on Customer Service and then on 2015 Helmet Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Head-USA-Recalls-Ski-and-Snowboard-HelmetsDon't want to check this manually?
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