Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury

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Model Number XB 017
Model Number XB 017

Recall Overview

Recall Date
Product UVEX Bicycle Helmets
Units 46,800
Hazards The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard. The bicycle helmets also do not comply with the impact requirements of the CPSC safety standards for bicycle helmets.
Remedies Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
Manufacturers Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. KG, Germany

Details

This recall involves seven models of UVEX helmets. The helmets come in a variety of colors with different colored chin straps. The helmets have a model number inside the helmet under the fitting pad on the top right side. The affected helmet model numbers are XB017, XB022, XB025, XB027, XB032, XB036 and XB038.

Consumer Contact

UVEX Sports Inc. toll-free at (844) 767-0656 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.uvex-sports.us and click on “Recall” for more information.

Product Images

Model Number XB 017
Model Number XB 022
Model Number XB 025
Model Number XB 027
Model Number XB 032
Model Number XB 036
Model Number XB 038
Model number location in helmet overhead
View official source on CPSC.gov

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