Recall 15-045, published December 12, 2014
UVEX 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
XB025The helmets have a model number inside the helmet under the fitting pad on the top right side.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
- Brand
- Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
- Recall published
- December 12, 2014
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- 46800
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through June 2014 for about $100 to $260.
