CPSC2026-02-05PHYSICAL HAZARD

Semfri children's helmets recalled for failure to meet safety standards; risk of head injury

What this means

Semfri children's helmets sold online do not meet mandatory safety standards for bicycle helmets. They may fail to protect a child's head in a crash, creating a serious risk of injury. About 300 medium-sized helmets in various colors were sold through Walmart.com between June and November 2025.

  • Stop using the helmet immediately
  • Cut the straps and destroy the helmet
  • Take a photo of the destroyed helmet and email it to Semfri_recall@163.com
  • Contact Semfri for a full refund
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Product photos

Recalled Semfri Multi-Purpose Helmet - front view
Recalled Semfri Multi-Purpose Helmet - front view
NorthStar Gas Washer Serial number
NorthStar Gas Washer Serial number
Recalled Semfri Multi-Purpose Helmet - inside view
Recalled Semfri Multi-Purpose Helmet - inside view
The agency's original wording
Hazard

The recalled helmets violate the mandatory safety standard for bicycle helmets because the helmets do not comply with the impact attenuation, positional stability, labeling and certification requirements. The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a serious risk of injury or death due to head injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Semfri for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting the straps and sending a photo of the destroyed helmet to Semfri_recall@163.com.

Intended for
Children
Illnesses reported
None reported
Sold at
Online at Walmart.com from June 2025 through November 2025 for between $19 and $28.
Affected count
About 300
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Semfri Children's Helmets
Consumer contact
Semfri by email at Semfri_recall@163.com.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Semfri-Childrens-Helmets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Head-Injury-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Bicycle-Helmets

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