CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56992r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/56992r-eng.php
Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
This recall involves six models of HEAD ski and snowboard helmets: Agent, Alia, Andor, Arise, Arosa and Avril. They were sold in sizes M/L and XL/XXL in black, blue, green white and yellow, with straps in a variety of colors. HEAD, the model name, size and "Production Code: Dec. 2014" are printed on stickers that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Head USA to receive a free replacement helmet.
Contact Information
Head USA at 800-874-3235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.head.com then click on Customer Service and then on 2015 Helmet Recall for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Specialty ski and snowboard shops and online from January 2015 through December 2015 for between $80 and $120.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
16093
Product Information
Product Name
Ski and snowboard helmets
Product Type
Snowboarding
Number of Units
About 260 in the United States (in addition, 180 were sold in Canada)
Imported By
Head USA, of Boulder, Colo.
Distributed By
Head USA, of Boulder, Colo.
Manufactured In
Taiwan