Shimano Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2018-10-25). Hazards: impact injury. Models: LZB-08. About 4,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19021 |
| Published | 2018-10-25 |
| Last updated | 2018-10-25 |
| Products | Lazer bicycle helmets |
| Firm named in the title | Shimano |
| Firms | HKSM MACAO Commercial Offshore Ltd., of China (manufacturer); Shimano North America Holding Inc., of Irvine, Calif. (importer); Shimano North America Holding Inc., of Irvine, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 4,200 |
| Model numbers | LZB-08 |
| Hazard classes | impact injury |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Shimano bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2015 through April 2018 for between $100 and $125. |
Description
This recall involves Shimano's Lazer-branded bicycle helmets, models Blade, Elle, Jade and Magma. They were sold in the following matte or glossy colors and color combinations: black, black and pink, blue, dark blue, grey and yellow, khaki and orange, titanium, red, yellow, and white. Lazer is printed on the side of the helmet. Model LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only helmets in the sizes below are included in the recall. Model Name Size Blade XS and S Elle S Jade S Magma S
Hazard
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Shimano for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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