CPSC recall 24-081, announced January 11, 2024, covers Scout Kid's Bike Helmets (about 72,000 units). The molded plastic drain pan located at the bottom of the evaporator coil can overheat, melt and deform, posing a fire hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Retrospec for a full refund. Recall contact: call 888-488-2369, or go to retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-scout-recall.
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 CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
The helmets were sold with a green hang tag label listing the name "Retrospec," the Scout brand name, and the helmet size.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmets in sizes XS and S. The helmets were sold in the following colors and designs: Blippi, Blush, Brash Blue, Chameleon, Cool Mint, Matte Forest Green, Matte Black, Matte Navy, Matte White, Matte Burnt Orange, Matte Green, Matte Royal Blue, and Matte Whisper Pink. The helmets were sold with a green hang tag label listing the name "Retrospec," the Scout brand name, and the helmet size. The word Retrospec or the Retrospec "R" logo appears on the right side of the helmet.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The molded plastic drain pan located at the bottom of the evaporator coil can overheat, melt and deform, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Retrospec for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps and mark the helmet with their initials and the date near the Retrospec logo on the right side of the helmet. Consumers should upload a photo of the helmet, showing the straps cut off, their initials, date, and Retrospec logo, to the recall registration page at https://retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-scout-recall to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Xander Bicycle Corporation, DBA Retrospec
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 24-081
- Units
- About 72,000 (In addition, 150 in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- T Scheels, Play it Again Sports, and independent bicycle stores nationwide and online at Retrospec.com and Amazon.com from February 2019 through March 2023 for between $18 and $23.
- Importer
- Xander Bicycle Corporation, DBA Retrospec, of Perris, California
Recall contact information
Retrospec toll-free at 888-488-2369 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at https://retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-scout-recall or retrospec.com and click on "Product Recall" at the top of the page for more information.
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