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Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports

  • Model Number XB 017
  • Model Number XB 022
  • Model Number XB 025
  • Model Number XB 027
  • Model Number XB 032\n
  • Model Number XB 036
  • Model Number XB 038
  • Model number location in helmet overhead
Name of Product:
UVEX Bicycle Helmets
Hazard:
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.
Remedy:
Refund
Replace
Recall Date:
December 12, 2014
Units:
46,800
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. 

Recall Details

Description:

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.

Remedy:

Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Sporting goods and bicycle specialty stores nationwide from September 2009 through June 2014 for about $100 to $260.
Manufactured In:
Germany
Recall number:
15-045

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