CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
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.
Recall Details
Sold At
Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through June 2014 for about $100 to $260.
Injuries
None reported.
Manufacturer
Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
15045
Product Information
Product Name
UVEX Bicycle Helmets
Product Type
Bicycle Helmets
Number of Units
46800
Manufacturer Name
Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany
Manufactured In
Germany