CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets
Published: July 29, 2004Recall ID: 04189Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled Geartec ESPY and FX-2 (DBX Ravage) model helmets come in carbon yellow, silver, or blue, and have a carbon fiber graphic on the front to middle part of the helmet. The helmets have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the logo ("Geartec" or "DBX") printed on both sides of helmet. The recalled VT-3 (DBX Engage) model helmets come in either blue/silver/black, red/yellow/black, or silver and black. The helmets also have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the "DBX" logo printed on both sides of helmet.
Affected Products
DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-GeartecMackarl-Announce-Recall-of-Bicycle-Helmets- |
| Title | CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Geartec-helmet-1.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Geartec Bicycle Helmet |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Geartec-helmet-2.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Geartec Bicycle Helmet |
| Hazards › Name | The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle. |
| Injuries › Name | The firms have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets |
| Products › Type | Helmets & Helmet Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 1995 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 4,600 |
| Recall I D | 2660 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. |
| Retailers › Name | Dick's Sporting Goods stores nationwide sold the DBX Engage (VT-3) and Ravage (FX-2) model helmets, from June 2003 through June 2004, for between $40 and $60. KHS Bicycles stores sold the Geartec ESPY model helmets, between May 2003 and June 2003, for about $40. |
| Recall Date | 2004-07-29T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled Geartec ESPY and FX-2 (DBX Ravage) model helmets come in carbon yellow, silver, or blue, and have a carbon fiber graphic on the front to middle part of the helmet. The helmets have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the logo ("Geartec" or "DBX") printed on both sides of helmet. The recalled VT-3 (DBX Engage) model helmets come in either blue/silver/black, red/yellow/black, or silver and black. The helmets also have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the "DBX" logo printed on both sides of helmet. |
| Distributors › 1 › Name | Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. |
| Distributors › 2 › Name | KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominguez, Calif. |
| Recall Number | 04189 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, call Mackarl toll-free at (866) 432-7832 Ext. 195 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-03-05T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |