Swix Sport USA · Recalled
Ski Helmets Recalled by Swix Sport USA due to Head Injury Hazard
The helmet provides insufficient shock absorption and resistance to penetration, posing a head injury hazard.
- Units
- About 800
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $99
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
Uvex Funride ski helmets come in two adult sizes XS-M, and L-XL. Individual sizing is adjusted by a small dial located at the rear of the helmet. The helmets feature a chin strap, ear protection and the word "Uvex" printed toward the back of the helmet. The interior label on affected helmets bears the code "S-58B" or "S-58C". The helmet comes in the following colors and designs: solids in black, white, silver; carbon look matte in white or black; golden flower decal in white or black.
The file
- Sold at
- Independent retail ski shops and ski rental stores nationwide from January 2009 to April 2011 for $99.
- Product type
- Skiing/Snowboarding
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Swix Sport USA, of Haverhill, Mass, Uvex Sports, of Cranston, R.I.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund or store credit.
For additional information, contact Uvex at Swix Sport USA at (800) 343-8335 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at uvex-sports.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 JUL 21 2011; last revised JUL 08 2016.
