# Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
> **CPSC recall** · 2023-06-08 · 23216 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 23216
- **Date:** 2023-06-08
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets

## 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.

## Remedies

Refund; Replace

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Bell-Sports-Recalls-Giro-Merit-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury)
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