Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
USBicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
Recalling Firm: Specialized Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves the Specialized helmets, model 2D. Model "2D" is printed on the sides of the helmet in the rear. The helmets were sold for men and women in matte black, white, silver, blue, pink, and team colors.
Affected Products
Specialized Bicycle Helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Bicycle-Helmets-Recalled-by-Specialized-Due-to-Failing-Helmet-Standard |
| Title | Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/~/link/1f65a40ba90948f685ff2e164cedebac.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled Bicycle Helmet |
| Hazards › Name | The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported. |
| Products › Name | Specialized Bicycle Helmets |
| Products › Type | Helmets & Helmet Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1995 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 3,000 |
| Recall I D | 4158 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled helmet immediately and return it to an Authorized Specialized Retailer to receive a free replacement or a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Specialized through its authorized retailers and online stores between July 2007 and October 2007 for about $200. |
| Recall Date | 2007-12-18T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the Specialized helmets, model 2D. Model "2D" is printed on the sides of the helmet in the rear. The helmets were sold for men and women in matte black, white, silver, blue, pink, and team colors. |
| Recall Number | 08138 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Specialized Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif. |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact Specialized toll-free at (877) 808-8154 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.specialized.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-05-23T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
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