CPSC2016-05-17
Pacific Cycle Recalls Infant Bicycle Helmets Due to Choking and Magnet Ingestion Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Target
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Hazard
The magnetic buckle on the helmet's chin strap contains small plastic covers and magnets that can come loose, posing a risk of choking and magnet ingestion to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the helmets away from children and contact Pacific Cycle for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
Sold at
Target stores and online at www.target.com from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $18 and $25.
Affected count
About 129,000
Injuries reported
Pacific Cycle has received three reports of the plastic cover coming loose. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps
Consumer contact
Pacific Cycle toll-free at 877-564-2261 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday, email customerservice@pacific-cycle.com or online at www.schwinnbikes.com and click on "Support" then "Safety & Recalls" or www.target.com and click on "Product Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Pacific-Cycle-Recalls-Infant-Bicycle-HelmetsDon't want to check this manually?
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