CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
In Conjunction with
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/giro-merit-bicycle-helmet-recalled-due-injury-hazard
In Conjunction with
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/giro-merit-bicycle-helmet-recalled-due-injury-hazard
Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
Contact Information
Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at consumersupport@bellgiro.com, online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home page for more information.
Recall Details
Sold At
Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Replace
Recall Number
23216
Product Information
Product Name
Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
Number of Units
About 15,000 (In addition, about 1,465 were sold in Canada)
Imported By
Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, California
Manufactured In
China