CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-07-29 · 04189
Hazards
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.
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.
Distributor(s)
Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif.; KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominguez, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
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.