CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Back Trails Jr. Bicycle Helmets
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-08-31). Hazards: impact injury. Models: 89888, 88003, 89951, 88001, 8-vent, 89952…. About 494,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05252 |
| Published | 2005-08-31 |
| Last updated | 2024-10-31 |
| Product category | Helmets & Helmet Accessories |
| Products | Back Trails Jr. Toddler, Youth and Child Bicycle Helmets |
| Firm named in the title | Target |
| Firms | UNA International Limited, of China (manufacturer); Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer); Dynacraft BSC Inc., of San Rafael, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 494,000 |
| Model numbers | 89888, 88003, 89951, 88001, 8-vent, 89952, 88002, 89917, 14-vent |
| Hazard classes | impact injury |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide, from April 2004 through July 2005, for about $13. |
Description
The recall includes Target's "Back Trails Jr." brand toddler, youth and child bicycle helmets sold in various colors. They were manufactured after January 1, 2004. Helmet model numbers: 89888 or 88003 (toddler), 89951 or 88001 (girl's 8-vent youth), 89952 or 88002 (boy's 8-vent youth), or 89917 (14-vent child's) appear on a white label inside the helmets, along with date of manufacture (YYYY/MM/DD) and the words "Made in China." Target product identification numbers: 082-01-0520 (toddler), 082-01-0149 (girl's 8-vent youth), 082-01-0189 (boy's 8-vent youth), and 082-01-0334 (14-vent child's) and the brand name "back trails jr.," appear on the product packaging.
Hazard
Some of these helmets do not meet CPSC safety standards for bicycle helmets, which poses a risk of riders suffering head injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should take the helmets away from children and return them to the nearest Target Store for a gift card in the amount of a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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