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Product recall · CPSCDecember 12, 2014Worth checking
Bicycle Helmets
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard. The bicycle helmets also do not comply with the impact requirements of the CPSC safety standards for bicycle helmets.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
Who to contact: UVEX Sports Inc. toll-free at (844) 767-0656 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.uvex-sports.us and click on "Recall" for more information.
The product
This recall involves seven models of UVEX helmets. The helmets come in a variety of colors with different colored chin straps. The helmets have a model number inside the helmet under the fitting pad on the top right side. The affected helmet model numbers are XB017, XB022, XB025, XB027, XB032, XB036 and XB038.
Details
- Units affected
- 46800
- Recall date
- December 12, 2014
- Brand
- Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through June 2014 for about $100 to $260.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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