Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 24, 2018
Honeywell Recalls Hard Hats Due to Risk of Head Injury
The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, posing a risk of head injury.
The recall
North Safety de Mexicali, S. de R.l. de C.v., of Mexico issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, posing a risk of head injury..
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 24, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18146 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18146) was formally reported on April 24, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. North Safety de Mexicali, S. de R.l. de C.v., of Mexico is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 82,500 (in addition, about 65,550 were sold in Canada).
The documented reason for this recall is: The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, 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 hard hats and contact Honeywell to receive a product credit or voucher equal to the purchase price of the recalled hard hat. — 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 — 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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Where this recall sits in the database
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Affected scope
About 82,500 (in addition, about 65,550 were sold in Canada)
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Honeywell's type 1 Fibre-Metal E2 and North Peak A79 hard hats. They were sold in a variety of different colors. The Fibre-Metal E2 hard hats have a manufacture date of April 2016, May 2016, December 2017 or January 2018. The North Peak A79 hard hats were manufactured from April 2016 through January 2018. Only North Peak A79 hard hats with mold identification number 4 are included on this recall. North by Honeywell, the mold identification number, and the manufacture date can be found on the underside of the hat's brim. The date code is in a clock format: The numbers around the circle correspond to the 12 months of the year, the arrow points to the month of manufacture and the numbers on either side of the arrow represent the last two digits of the year.
Reason for recall
The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, posing a risk of head injury.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hard hats and contact Honeywell to receive a product credit or voucher equal to the purchase price of the recalled hard hat.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18146 |
| Date reported | April 24, 2018 |
| Date initiated | April 24, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | North Safety de Mexicali, S. de R.l. de C.v., of Mexico |
| Affected scope | About 82,500 (in addition, about 65,550 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 hard hats and contact Honeywell to receive a product credit or voucher equal…
- Check the recall number (18146) 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 Honeywell's type 1 Fibre-Metal E2 and North Peak A79 hard hats. They were sold in a variety of different colors. The Fibre-Metal E2 hard hats have a manufacture date of April 2016, May 2016, December 2017 or January 2018. The North Peak A79 hard hats were manufactured from April 2016 through January 2018. Only North Peak A79 hard hats with mold identification number 4 are included on this recall. North by Honeywell, the mold identification number, and the manufacture date can be found on the underside of the hat's brim. The date code is in a clock format: The numbers around the circle correspond to the 12 months of the year, the arrow points to the month of manufacture and the numbers on either side of the arrow represent the last two digits of the year.. Recalled by North Safety de Mexicali, S. de R.l. de C.v., of Mexico. Units affected: About 82,500 (in addition, about 65,550 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The hard hats can fail to protect users from impact, posing a risk of head injury.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hard hats and contact Honeywell to receive a product credit or voucher equal to the purchase price of the recalled hard hat.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 24, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18146.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18146) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported April 24, 2018.
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- 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)
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