Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2023-06-08 · 23216
Hazards
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. 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.
Recall
Number
23216
Date
2023-06-08
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
Remedies
Options
Refund; Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
Importer(s)
Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, California
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.