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CPSC recall · Reported March 15, 2018
Louis Garneau Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Strategic Sports Limited, of China recalled This recall involves Louis Garneau Course Helmets with model number LG1261 printed on the….
Louis Garneau Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury was recalled by Strategic Sports Limited, of China in March 15, 2018. Reason: The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle hel…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Louis Garneau fo…. Verify recall #18125 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Strategic Sports Limited, of China issued this CPSC recall-The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle hel….
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- agency class
- March 15, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18125 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18125) was formally reported on March 15, 2018. The CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Strategic Sports Limited, of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 650 in the U.S. (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada.).
The documented reason for this recall is: The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury. 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 the recalled helmets and contact Louis Garneau for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction 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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Affected scope
About 650 in the U.S. (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada.)
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Louis Garneau Course Helmets with model number LG1261 printed on the inside of the helmet. "Garneau," "Course" and "LG" are printed on both sides of the recalled bicycle helmets. They were sold in matte black and matte fluo yellow. The manufacturer's date and serial number are printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only lot and serial numbers listed below are included in the recall. Helmet Lot/Manufacturer's Date Serial Number Range 2016-09 712713 to 712955 2016-09 713088 to 713195 2016-09 713298 to 713783 2016-09 713859 to 713948 2016-09 714284 to 714433 2015-11 719591 to 719740 2015-09 716198 to 716560 2015-09 716621 to 717010 2015-09 717122 to 718070
Reason for recall
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Louis Garneau for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18125 |
| Date reported | March 15, 2018 |
| Date initiated | March 15, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Strategic Sports Limited, of China |
| Affected scope | About 650 in the U.S. (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada.) |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Louis Garneau for instructions on how to receive a free …
- Check the recall number (18125) 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Louis Garneau Course Helmets with model number LG1261 printed on the inside of the helmet. "Garneau," "Course" and "LG" are printed on both sides of the recalled bicycle helmets. They were sold in matte black and matte fluo yellow. The manufacturer's date and serial number are printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only lot and serial numbers listed below are included in the recall. Helmet Lot/Manufacturer's Date Serial Number Range 2016-09 712713 to 712955 2016-09 713088 to 713195 2016-09 713298 to 713783 2016-09 713859 to 713948 2016-09 714284 to 714433 2015-11 719591 to 719740 2015-09 716198 to 716560 2015-09 716621 to 717010 2015-09 717122 to 718070. Recalled by Strategic Sports Limited, of China. Units affected: About 650 in the U.S. (In addition, about 550 were sold in Canada.).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Louis Garneau for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 15, 2018. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 18125.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18125) 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.
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