CPSCGeneral Alert
CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets
Published: August 20, 2001Recall ID: 01220Category: generalCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death.
Product Description & Identification
The recalled helmets come in black, blue and white and have the name "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, the back of the helmet, and the inside padding. On the sides of the helmet, yellow and blue cartoon characters can be seen shooting fire from a gun. Two labels inside of the helmet read in part, "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203," "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" and "Made in China."
Affected Products
World Industries skateboard helmets
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-World-Industries-Announce-Recall-of-Skateboard-Helmets |
| Title | CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/helmets.jpeg |
| Images › Caption | Recalled skateboard helmets |
| Hazards › Name | These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and World Industries have not received any reports of injuries. |
| Products › Name | World Industries skateboard helmets |
| Products › Type | Skateboards & Accessories |
| Products › Category I D | 2127 |
| Products › Number Of Units | 10,000 |
| Recall I D | 1071 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | World Industries Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. |
| Retailers › Name | Retail outlets, chains and catalogs nationwide sold the helmets, from October 2000 through May 2001, for about $40. |
| Recall Date | 2001-08-20T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled helmets come in black, blue and white and have the name "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, the back of the helmet, and the inside padding. On the sides of the helmet, yellow and blue cartoon characters can be seen shooting fire from a gun. Two labels inside of the helmet read in part, "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203," "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" and "Made in China." |
| Recall Number | 01220 |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers can call World Industries toll-free at (888) 338-4562 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-03-30T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |