CPSC, MOSA Sports Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-03-18). Hazards: fall, impact injury, non compliance. Models: 540. About 1,250 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03095 |
| Published | 2003-03-18 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-23 |
| Product category | Helmets & Helmet Accessories |
| Products | Five 40 brand bicycle helmets |
| Firm named in the title | MOSA Sports |
| Firms | MOSA Sports, of Hermosa Beach, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,250 |
| Model numbers | 540 |
| Hazard classes | fall, impact injury, non compliance |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Sporting good stores nationwide sold these helmets, from October 1999 through September 2001, for about $25. |
Description
The Five 40 helmets are black, white or red, and have the name "Five 40" printed on the front and back of the helmet. The "V" in the "Five" is much larger than the other letters. A label inside the helmet reads "990803" along with the model name "540."
Hazard
These helmets fail impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls, and could suffer head injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the store where purchased or MOSA Sports for a refund or free replacement helmet.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and MOSA Sports have not received any reports of injuries or incidents involving these helmets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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