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Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Bell Sports Due to Head Injury Hazard
The plastic buckle that connects the chin straps can fail, causing the helmet to come off the wearer's head. This poses a head injury hazard to riders in the event of a fall.
- Units
- About 31,100 in the United States, and about 2,500 in Canada
- Reports
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $50–$60
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves Bell Exodus full-face helmets with a plastic buckle on the chinstrap and model and part numbers listed below. The helmets have an angled visor and were sold in youth size. The model and part number can be found on a removable sticker located on the side of the helmet. Color Part/Model Number Orange/Grey/Black 1003825/035011898025 Blue/Grey/Gold/White/Black 1006714/035011917719
The file
- Sold at
- Walmart stores nationwide and Amazon.com between August 2009 and March 2011 for between $50 and $60.
- Product type
- Bicycle Helmets
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Recalled by
- Bell Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
Incident log
The firm has received one report of a buckle failing during an accident, resulting in an injury that required stitches below the wearer's eye.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a replacement or refund.
For additional information call Bell Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via email at answer_desk@bellsports.com, or visit the firm's website at www.bellsports.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 MAY 31 2011; last revised JUN 30 2016.
