ABUS Recalls Youth Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
USABUS Recalls Youth Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves the ABUS ACM (MountZ) youth medium sized helmets with about a 21 inch circumference and attached chin strap. The recalled helmets were sold in velvet black and polar white colors. "ABUS" is printed on the left side, front and back of the helmets. The model ACM (MountZ) with the manufactured date of March 2020 or October 2020, is printed on a label on the inside of the helmet.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedABUS MountZ Youth Helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/ABUS-Recalls-Youth-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury |
| Title | ABUS Recalls Youth Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1-113332AM.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled ABUS ACM (MountZ) helmet front in velvet black and polar white colors |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2-113411AM.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled ABUS ACM (MountZ) helmet left side in velvet black and polar white colors |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/3-113443AM.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Recalled ABUS ACM (MountZ) helmet top in velvet black and polar white colors |
| Hazards › Name | The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | ABUS MountZ Youth Helmets |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 790 |
| Recall I D | 9170 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to ABUS's Recall Administrator, Sedgwick, free of charge, for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | ABUS Mobile Security Inc., of Chicago, Illinois |
| Retailers › Name | Independent bike shops nationwide from April 2020 through October 2021 for about $80. |
| Recall Date | 2021-11-10T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the ABUS ACM (MountZ) youth medium sized helmets with about a 21 inch circumference and attached chin strap. The recalled helmets were sold in velvet black and polar white colors. "ABUS" is printed on the left side, front and back of the helmets. The model ACM (MountZ) with the manufactured date of March 2020 or October 2020, is printed on a label on the inside of the helmet. |
| Recall Number | 22013 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Sedgwick toll-free at 877-643-8415 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or email at abus8077@sedgwick.com or online at https://mobil.abus.com/usa scroll down and click "Read More" on the main page or at: https://mobil.abus.com/usa/on-road/Bike-helmets/Voluntary-Recall. |
| Last Publish Date | 2021-11-10T00:00:00 |
| 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 ABUS Recalls Youth Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury?
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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