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Product Recall
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Bell Sports Due to Head Injury Hazard
Full-face bicycle helmets
Recall Date: May 31st, 2011
Type: Bicycle Helmets
Units: About 31,100 in the United States, and about 2,500 in Canada
Hazards: 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.
Remedies: Replace
Refund
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a replacement or refund.
Description
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. ColorPart/Model Number Orange/Grey/Black 1003825/035011898025 Blue/Grey/Gold/White/Black 1006714/035011917719
Images:
Sticker with Model Number
Plastic Buckle
Consumer Contact:
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 [email protected], or visit the firm's website at www.bellsports.comInjuries:
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.
Retailers:
Walmart stores nationwide and Amazon.com between August 2009 and March 2011 for between $50 and $60.
Importers:
Bell Sports, of Scotts Valley, Calif.
