CPSC recall 19-021, announced October 25, 2018, covers HKSM MACAO Commercial Offshore Lazer bicycle helmets (about 4,200 units). The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Shimano for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet. Recall contact: call 800-423-2420, or go to www.bike.shimano.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
Model LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Shimano's Lazer-branded bicycle helmets, models Blade, Elle, Jade and Magma. They were sold in the following matte or glossy colors and color combinations: black, black and pink, blue, dark blue, grey and yellow, khaki and orange, titanium, red, yellow, and white. Lazer is printed on the side of the helmet. Model LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only helmets in the sizes below are included in the recall. Model Name Size Blade XS and S Elle S Jade S Magma S
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Shimano for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- HKSM MACAO Commercial Offshore
- Manufacturer
- HKSM MACAO Commercial Offshore Ltd., of China
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 19-021
- Units
- About 4,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Shimano bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2015 through April 2018 for between $100 and $125.
- Importer
- Shimano North America Holding Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
- Distributor
- Shimano North America Holding Inc., of Irvine, Calif.
Recall contact information
Shimano at 800-423-2420 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.bike.shimano.com and click on “Corrective Action” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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