Recall 23-216, published June 8, 2023
Bell Sports Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
GH230It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
Which products are included?
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
- Brand
- Bell Sports
- Recall published
- June 8, 2023
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 15,000 (In addition, about 1,465 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
