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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 23759

Ventura Adult Bike Helmets

Published May 18, 2023

Summary

CPSC records recall 23759, published May 18, 2023. Reported units: About 1,750.

What's the hazard

The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirement of the CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Cycle Force for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps, complete the form at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet, email photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to bikeaid@cyclefg.com to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet. Cycle Force is contacting all purchasers directly.

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Recall details

Brand
Messingschlager USA LLC, dba Cycle Force, of Ames, Iowa
Distributor
Home Depot, JCPenney, Kohls, Play It Again Sports, and independent sports and bicycle stores nationwide and online at InGearOutfitters.com, Walmart.com and Amazon.com from October 2017 through January 2023 for about $40.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Ventura Adult Bike Helmets recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 23759 on May 18, 2023. Reported hazard: The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirement of the CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Cycle Force for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps, complete the form at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet, email photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to bikeaid@cyclefg.com to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet. Cycle Force is contacting all purchasers directly.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Messingschlager USA LLC, dba Cycle Force, of Ames, Iowa.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)