CPSC recall 26-789, announced September 24, 2026, covers 5Color Children’s Bike Helmet and Pads Sets (about 324 units). The helmets in the recalled sets violate the mandatory safety standard for bicycle helmets because the helmets do not comply with the impact attenuation, retention system, positional stability, labeling and certification requirements. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact 5Color for a full refund of the set. Recall contact: call 833-382-6461, or email FiveColorCS@163.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.
“Model No.: YD-001,” “Lot/Ref: YD-260320” and “Date 2026/03/20” are printed on a label on the inside of the helmet and on the product packaging.
Which products are included?
This recall involves 5Color-branded bicycle helmet and pads sets. The sets consist of a pink helmet, knee and elbow pads. Only the size small helmets are included in this recall. The helmets are size small (S), fitting a head circumference of about 18 to 22 inches, and have black padding, black straps, a black and a black fit-adjusting knob at the back. “2026/03/20” are included in this recall. “Model No.: YD-001,” “Lot/Ref: YD-260320” and “Date 2026/03/20” are printed on a label on the inside of the helmet and on the product packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The helmets in the recalled sets violate the mandatory safety standard for bicycle helmets because the helmets do not comply with the impact attenuation, retention system, positional stability, labeling and certification requirements. The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a serious risk of injury or death due to head injury.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact 5Color for a full refund of the set. Consumers will be asked to destroy the recalled helmet by cutting the straps and email a photo of the destroyed helmet to FiveColorCS@163.com. Consumers should then dispose of the recalled helmet. Consumers may keep the protection pads.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- 5Color
- Product type
- Helmets
- Recall number
- 26-789
- Units
- About 324
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sold Online At: Amazon.com in May 2026 for between $25 and $26. Hengqin Guangwei Consulting Co., Ltd., dba. 5Color, of China
5Color Children’s Bike Helmet and Pads Sets
CPSC product type: Helmets & Helmet Accessories
Recall contact information
5Color toll free at 833-382-6461 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or email at FiveColorCS@163.com.
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