Specialized Bicycles · Recalled
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.
- Units
- About 3,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $200
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves the Specialized helmets, model 2D. Model "2D" is printed on the sides of the helmet in the rear. The helmets were sold for men and women in matte black, white, silver, blue, pink, and team colors.
The file
- Sold at
- Specialized through its authorized retailers and online stores between July 2007 and October 2007 for about $200.
- Product type
- Helmets & Helmet Accessories
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Specialized Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled helmet immediately and return it to an Authorized Specialized Retailer to receive a free replacement or a full refund.
For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.specialized.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated DEC 18 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.