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Head USA Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
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
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Head USA to receive a free replacement helmet.
Who to contact: Head USA at 800-874-3235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.head.com then click on Customer Service and then on 2015 Helmet Recall for more information.
The product
This recall involves six models of HEAD ski and snowboard helmets: Agent, Alia, Andor, Arise, Arosa and Avril. They were sold in sizes M/L and XL/XXL in black, blue, green white and yellow, with straps in a variety of colors. HEAD, the model name, size and "Production Code: Dec. 2014" are printed on stickers that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.
Details
- Units affected
- About 260 in the United States (in addition, 180 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- February 4, 2016
- Brand
- Head USA, of Boulder, Colo.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Specialty ski and snowboard shops and online from January 2015 through December 2015 for between $80 and $120.
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: “Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard”
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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