CPSC recall · Reported December 12, 2014
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury
The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard. The bicycle helmets also do not comply with the impact requ…
Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. Kg, Germany recalled This recall involves seven models of UVEX helmets. The helmets come in a variety of color….
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury was recalled by Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. Kg, Germany in December 12, 2014. Reason: The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head inju…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a…. Verify recall #15045 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. Kg, Germany issued this CPSC recall-The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head inju….
- None
- agency class
- 47K units
- affected scope
- December 12, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15045 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
This recall involves seven models of UVEX helmets. The helmets come in a variety of colors with different colored chin straps. The helmets have a model number inside the helmet under the fitting pad on the top right side. The affected helmet model numbers are XB017, XB022, XB025, XB027, XB032, XB036 and XB038.
Reason for recall
The anchor for the helmet's chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard. The bicycle helmets also do not comply with the impact requirements of the CPSC safety standards for bicycle helmets.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15045 |
| Date reported | December 12, 2014 |
| Date initiated | December 12, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Uvex Sports GmbH & Co. Kg, Germany |
| Affected scope | 46800 |
| 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 the helmets and contact UVEX for a free compliant helmet or a refund of the purchase price.
- Check the recall number (15045) 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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