Rollerblade USA Recalls Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2016-04-13). Hazards: fall, impact injury, injury. Models: YJ-219. About 500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16142 |
| Published | 2016-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2016-04-13 |
| Product category | Bicycle Helmets |
| Products | Rollerblade inline skating helmets |
| Firm named in the title | Rollerblade USA |
| Firms | Rollerblade USA, of West Lebanon, N.H. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 500 |
| Model numbers | YJ-219 |
| Hazard classes | fall, impact injury, injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Inline Warehouse, Paragon Athletic Goods, Summit Sports and other sporting goods stores and Rollerblade helmet dealers nationwide and online at www.amazon.com, www.inlineskates.com, www.inlinewarehouse.com and www.rollerblade.com from November 2014 through January 2016 for about $60. |
Description
This recall involves black Rollerblade brand Maxxum helmets. "Rollerblade" is printed on the side of the helmet, a white inline skate logo is printed on the back of the helmet and a label on the inside of the helmet contains the model number "YJ-219" and production date of October 2014 or earlier. The SKU number 06520210100 is printed on the helmet's box.
Hazard
The helmet's plastic shell can crack where the straps attach, causing the helmet to shift and move on the wearer's head. This can result in a head injury hazard to the user in the event of a fall.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Machine access
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