CPSC recall 16-142, announced April 13, 2016, covers Rollerblade inline skating helmets (about 500 units). The helmet's plastic shell can crack where the straps attach, causing the helmet to shift and move on the wearer's head. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund. Recall contact: call 800-232-7655, go to www.rollerblade.com, or email RCS@Rollerblade.com.
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
"Rollerblade" is printed on the side of the helmet, a white inline skate logo is printed on the back of the helmet and a label on the inside of the helmet contains the model number "YJ-219" and production date of October 2014 or earlier.
Which products are included?
This recall involves black Rollerblade brand Maxxum helmets. "Rollerblade" is printed on the side of the helmet, a white inline skate logo is printed on the back of the helmet and a label on the inside of the helmet contains the model number "YJ-219" and production date of October 2014 or earlier. The SKU number 06520210100 is printed on the helmet's box.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The helmet's plastic shell can crack where the straps attach, causing the helmet to shift and move on the wearer's head. This can result in a head injury hazard to the user in the event of a fall.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rollerblade
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 16-142
- Units
- About 500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Inline Warehouse, Paragon Athletic Goods, Summit Sports and other sporting goods stores and Rollerblade helmet dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.inlineskates.com, www.inlinewarehouse.com and www.rollerblade.com from November 2014 through January 2016 for about $60.
- Importer
- Rollerblade USA, of West Lebanon, N.H.
Rollerblade inline skating helmets
CPSC product type: Bicycle Helmets
Recall contact information
Rollerblade USA at 800-232-7655 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at RCS@Rollerblade.com or online at www.rollerblade.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
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