Helmets R Us Recalls Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert)
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2018-06-29 · 18751
Hazards
The helmets fail to meet the federal safety standard, posing a risk of head injury.
Recall
Number
18751
Date
2018-06-29
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Rollerblade® helmets
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Strategic Sports Ltd., of Hong Kong
Retailer(s)
To schools nationwide for use in physical education programs from September 2011 through April 2018 for about $16.
Importer(s)
Top Gear Inc., d/b/a Helmets R Us, of Tacoma, Wash.
Distributor(s)
Top Gear Inc., d/b/a Helmets R Us, of Tacoma, Wash.; Rollerblade USA LLC, of West Lebanon, N.H.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Rollerblade-branded Helmets R Us helmets, used in schools' physical education programs. The recalled helmets are white and Rollerblade is printed on the side in black. They were manufactured from September 2011 through April 2017. Model 16, SK-501N and the manufactured date (in MM/YYYY format) are printed on a label on the inside of the helmet. "Distributed by: Helmets R Us" is printed on another label inside of the helmet.