CPSC recall · Reported July 29, 2004
CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets
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.
Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. recalled The recalled Geartec ESPY and FX-2 (DBX Ravage) model helmets come in carbon yellow, silv….
CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets was recalled by Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. in July 29, 2004. Reason: The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a seri…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of pur…. Verify recall #04189 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a seri….
- None
- agency class
- 5K units
- affected scope
- July 29, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04189 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product 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.
Reason for recall
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.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04189 |
| Date reported | July 29, 2004 |
| Date initiated | July 29, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. |
| Affected scope | 4,600 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
- Check the recall number (04189) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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