Full-face bicycle helmets
CPSC Recall #11-235 — May 30, 2011
Product
Full-face bicycle helmets
Description
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Hazard
The plastic buckle that connects the chin straps can fail, causing the helmet to come off the wearer's head. This poses a head injury hazard to riders in the event of a fall.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received one report of a buckle failing during an accident, resulting in an injury that required stitches below the wearer's eye.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a replacement or refund.
Units Affected
About 31,100 in the United States, and about 2,500 in Canada
Sold At
Walmart stores nationwide and Amazon.com between August 2009 and March 2011 for between $50 and $60.
Importer
Bell Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
Manufactured In
Taiwan