CPSC2016-04-13
Rollerblade USA Recalls Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
Rollerblade USA, of West Lebanon, N.H.
Hazard
The helmet's plastic shell can crack where the straps attach, causing the helmet to shift and move on the wearer's head. This can result in a head injury hazard to the user in the event of a fall.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Sold at
Inline Warehouse, Paragon Athletic Goods, Summit Sports and other sporting goods stores and Rollerblade helmet dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.inlineskates.com, www.inlinewarehouse.com and www.rollerblade.com from November 2014 through January 2016 for about $60.
Affected count
About 500
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Rollerblade inline skating helmets
Consumer contact
Rollerblade USA at 800-232-7655 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at RCS@Rollerblade.com or online at www.rollerblade.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Rollerblade-USA-Recalls-HelmetsDon't want to check this manually?
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