Cycle Force Recalls Adult Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert)
Cycle Force Recalls Adult Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert)
Grund für den Rückruf / Gefahr
TranslatedThe recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirement of the CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Ventura Safety Adult Bike Helmets in size Medium (M), fitting a head circumference of about 21¼ to 22¾ inches, with model numbers 731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194. The model numbers are located on a manufacturer sticker inside the helmets. The recalled helmets were sold in white carbon, neon yellow and white/pink and white/orange color combinations. The helmets have a removable black visor, black straps and a black buckle. Ventura is written on the front of the helmet visor and on the left and right sides of the helmet. A factory production sticker is also located inside the helmet with a product code beginning with S-166 followed by the month/year of production (from October 2017 through January 2023).
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedVentura Adult Bike Helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Cycle-Force-Recalls-Adult-Bike-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury-Recall-Alert |
| Title | Cycle Force Recalls Adult Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert) |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image7.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image6.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon (rear view) |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image9_0.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model 731436 in neon yellow |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image8.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733192 in white/orange |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image2_1.jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink |
| Images › 6 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image1_0.jpg |
| Images › 6 › Caption | Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink (rear view) |
| Images › 7 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image4_1.png |
| Images › 7 › Caption | Sticker inside helmet shows model number (731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194) |
| Images › 8 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/image3.jpg |
| Images › 8 › Caption | Sticker inside helmet shows production month/year (October 2017 through January 2023) |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirement of the CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Ventura Adult Bike Helmets |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,750 |
| Recall I D | 9631 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Cycle Force for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps, complete the form at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet, email photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to bikeaid@cyclefg.com to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet. Cycle Force is contacting all purchasers directly. |
| Importers › Name | Messingschlager USA LLC, dba Cycle Force, of Ames, Iowa |
| Retailers › Name | Home Depot, JCPenney, Kohls, Play It Again Sports, and independent sports and bicycle stores nationwide and online at InGearOutfitters.com, Walmart.com and Amazon.com from October 2017 through January 2023 for about $40. |
| Recall Date | 2023-05-18T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Ventura Safety Adult Bike Helmets in size Medium (M), fitting a head circumference of about 21¼ to 22¾ inches, with model numbers 731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194. The model numbers are located on a manufacturer sticker inside the helmets. The recalled helmets were sold in white carbon, neon yellow and white/pink and white/orange color combinations. The helmets have a removable black visor, black straps and a black buckle. Ventura is written on the front of the helmet visor and on the left and right sides of the helmet. A factory production sticker is also located inside the helmet with a product code beginning with S-166 followed by the month/year of production (from October 2017 through January 2023). |
| Recall Number | 23759 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Cycle Force toll-free at 877-245-3243 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at bikeaid@cyclefg.com or online at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet or www.bikeaidonline.com and click on "RECALLS" at the top of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2023-05-18T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Cycle Force Recalls Adult Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert)?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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