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Hockey Helmets Recalled by Reebok-CCM Due to Head and Neck Injury Hazard

Reported: December 2, 2008 Initiated: December 2, 2008 #09058 About 1,000 units

Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt. issued this CPSC recall on December 2, 2008. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 1,000 units are affected. The recall was issued because: The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head…. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #09058) was formally reported on December 2, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 1,000 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head and neck injury risk to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using and return the helmets to the place of purchase for a free replacement helmet. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 18 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

About 1,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product Description

This recall involves RBK and CCM brand hockey helmets. Helmets included in this recall have a HECC sticker with date code JUN - 2013. HECC stickers and model numbers are located on the back of the helmets. Models included in the recall are: Brand Model Numbers Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Require Inspection Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Are Not Affected By This Recall RBK HT8K Black/Black, Black/Silver, White/Silver, Navy, Red, Green, Maroon, Yellow White/Black, Royal RBK HT6K Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT6K Combo Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT4K Black, Navy, Red, Royal White RBK HT4K Combo Navy, Red, Royal Black, White CCM HTV10 Yellow Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal, Green, Maroon CCM HTV10 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal CCM HTV08 Black, White, Royal, Yellow Navy, Red, Green CCM HTV08 Combo Black, Medium Black, White, Navy, Royal Red CCM HT692 White, Navy Black, Red, Royal CCM HT692 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal

Reason for Recall

The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head and neck injury risk to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using and return the helmets to the place of purchase for a free replacement helmet.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 09058
Date reported December 2, 2008
Date initiated December 2, 2008
Recalling firm Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt.
Units affected About 1,000
Distribution Not disclosed

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

About 1,000 units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves RBK and CCM brand hockey helmets. Helmets included in this recall have a HECC sticker with date code JUN - 2013. HECC stickers and model numbers are located on the back of the helmets. Models included in the recall are: Brand Model Numbers Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Require Inspection Colors Of The Helmet Shells That Are Not Affected By This Recall RBK HT8K Black/Black, Black/Silver, White/Silver, Navy, Red, Green, Maroon, Yellow White/Black, Royal RBK HT6K Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT6K Combo Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal RBK HT4K Black, Navy, Red, Royal White RBK HT4K Combo Navy, Red, Royal Black, White CCM HTV10 Yellow Black, White, Navy, Red, Royal, Green, Maroon CCM HTV10 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal CCM HTV08 Black, White, Royal, Yellow Navy, Red, Green CCM HTV08 Combo Black, Medium Black, White, Navy, Royal Red CCM HT692 White, Navy Black, Red, Royal CCM HT692 Combo Black White, Navy, Red, Royal. Recalled by Reebok-CCM Hockey U.S. Inc., of Montpelier, Vt.. Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The helmet's chinstrap can unexpectedly disengage while in use. If this happens, the helmet can fall off, posing a head and neck injury risk to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using and return the helmets to the place of purchase for a free replacement helmet.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 2, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09058.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (09058) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).