Pro-Tec Recalls Multisport Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
USPro-Tec Recalls Multisport Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Recalling Firm: Pro-Tec, a division of Bravo Sports, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe buckle on the helmet fails to meet current federal safety standards, posing a risk of head injury.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves Pro-Tec City Lite and Pro-Tec Street Lite adult multisport helmets. The helmets have chin straps secured by plastic buckles and were sold in sizes S, M, L, and XL. The same buckle was used on all sizes of both helmets. The buckle bears the markings "ERGO-LOK" and the "UTX D-FLEX" logo. A label on the inside of the helmet reads "Pro-Tec City Lite" or "Pro-Tec Street Lite." The recalled helmets have a date code inside on the EPS liner in the format MM/DD/YYYY-090EO. There are two vent holes in the back of the helmet. The left vent hole has either an LED light or a plastic insert. The City Lite helmet was sold in rubber black and gloss white, and the Street Lite helmet was sold in rubber black, rubber red and gloss white.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedMultisport helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Pro-Tec-Recalls-Multisport-Helmets |
| Title | Pro-Tec Recalls Multisport Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/p1.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Pro-Tec City Lite helmet with LED light. |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/p2.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Pro-Tec City Lite helmet label. |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/p3.jpg |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Pro-Tec Street Lite helmet with LED light. |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/p4.jpg |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Pro-Tec Street Lite helmet label. |
| Images › 5 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/p5.jpg |
| Images › 5 › Caption | Pro-Tec helmet buckle close up |
| Hazards › Name | The buckle on the helmet fails to meet current federal safety standards, posing a risk of head injury. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Multisport helmets |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 4,600 |
| Recall I D | 8145 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to Pro-Tec for a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | McCully Bicycle & Sporting Goods, Quality Bicycle Products, Uncle Funky's Boards, and other sports specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and ProtecB2C.com from February 2016 through January 2017 for about $80 for the City Lite helmet, and about $60 for the Street Lite helmet. |
| Recall Date | 2017-09-25T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Pro-Tec City Lite and Pro-Tec Street Lite adult multisport helmets. The helmets have chin straps secured by plastic buckles and were sold in sizes S, M, L, and XL. The same buckle was used on all sizes of both helmets. The buckle bears the markings "ERGO-LOK" and the "UTX D-FLEX" logo. A label on the inside of the helmet reads "Pro-Tec City Lite" or "Pro-Tec Street Lite." The recalled helmets have a date code inside on the EPS liner in the format MM/DD/YYYY-090EO. There are two vent holes in the back of the helmet. The left vent hole has either an LED light or a plastic insert. The City Lite helmet was sold in rubber black and gloss white, and the Street Lite helmet was sold in rubber black, rubber red and gloss white. |
| Recall Number | 17232 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Pro-Tec, a division of Bravo Sports, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Consumer Contact | Pro-Tec toll-free at 844-368-3695 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.protecbrand.com and click on CPSC Safety Recall for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-09-25T00:00:00 |
| 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 Pro-Tec Recalls Multisport 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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