CPSC recall 00-139, announced July 5, 2000, covers Rand International L.A. Cruisin' bicycle helmets (about 70,000 units). These bicycle helmets fail impact testing and labeling required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Consumers should stop wearing these bicycle helmets immediately, and return them to Rand International for a free replacement helmet. Recall contact: call (800) 338-7677.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A label inside the helmet reads, "Manufactured by Rand International," and MADE IN CHINA." Writing on the packaging reads, "RAND," "L.A.
Which products are included?
The recalled helmets are various models of the L.A. Cruisin' bicycle helmets. The helmets were sold in various child, youth and adult sizes. The youth and adult-sized helmets are white or black and the child sizes are either blue or pink. A label inside the helmet reads, "Manufactured by Rand International," and MADE IN CHINA." Writing on the packaging reads, "RAND," "L.A. Cruisin'," and "Meets CPSC & ASTM Standards78."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These bicycle helmets fail impact testing and labeling required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Riders wearing these helmets are not properly protected from falls, and could suffer severe head injuries.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Rand International are not aware of any injuries or incidents involving these products. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries and incidents.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop wearing these bicycle helmets immediately, and return them to Rand International for a free replacement helmet.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rand International
- Manufacturer
- Rand International, of Farmingdale, N.Y.
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 00-139
- Units
- About 70,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Kmart and Rose's stores nationwide sold these bicycle helmets, from April 1999 through March 2000, for about $8.
L.A. Cruisin' bicycle helmets
CPSC product type: Helmets & Helmet Accessories
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Rand International at (800) 338-7677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Rand International, Attention: Customer Service Dept., 51 Executive Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 11735-4718.
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