CPSC recall 15-045, announced December 12, 2014, covers UVEX Bicycle Helmets (46800 units). The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price. Recall contact: call (844) 767-0656, or go to www.uvex-sports.us.
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.
The 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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
- Manufacturer
- Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 15-045
- Units
- 46800
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through June 2014 for about $100 to $260.
UVEX Bicycle Helmets
CPSC product type: Bicycle Helmets
Recall contact information
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.
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