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CPSC recall · Reported August 27, 2020

CPSC and Morpher Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Recalling Firm is Unable to Conduct Recall (Recall Alert)

The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Recall #
20771
Affected scope
About 8,500
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Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong recalled This recall involves Morpher flat-folding bicycle helmets. They were sold in one size, fi… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC and Morpher Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk … was recalled by Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong in August 27, 2020. Reason: The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head…. Remedy: Morpher is no longer in business and is unable to conduct the recall. Consumers should im…. Verify recall #20771 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head….

Moderate
severity level
August 27, 2020
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #20771 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #20771) was formally reported on August 27, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 8,500.

The documented reason for this recall is: The bicycle helmets do not comply with 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: Morpher is no longer in business and is unable to conduct the recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and dispose of them to prevent further usage. Amazon and Morpher are… - 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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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 8,500

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Morpher flat-folding bicycle helmets. They were sold in one size, fitting head circumference from 52 cm to 58 cm (20.5 to 22.8 inches). The helmets were sold with a storage bag and in the following solid or dotted colors: Gloss or matte black, gray, red, silver, white and yellow. The Morpher name and logo appear on both sides of the helmet. The Morpher logo appears on the back of the helmet.

Reason for recall

The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Remedy, what to do

Morpher is no longer in business and is unable to conduct the recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and dispose of them to prevent further usage. Amazon and Morpher are contacting all known purchasers directly.

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 20771
Date reported August 27, 2020
Date initiated August 27, 2020
Recalling firm Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong
Affected scope About 8,500
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

Morpher is no longer in business and is unable to conduct the recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmet…

  • Check the recall number (20771) 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 Morpher flat-folding bicycle helmets. They were sold in one size, fitting head circumference from 52 cm to 58 cm (20.5 to 22.8 inches). The helmets were sold with a storage bag and in the following solid or dotted colors: Gloss or matte black, gray, red, silver, white and yellow. The Morpher name and logo appear on both sides of the helmet. The Morpher logo appears on the back of the helmet.. Recalled by Strategic Sports Limited, of Hong Kong. Units affected: About 8,500.
Why was this product recalled?
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
What should consumers do?
Morpher is no longer in business and is unable to conduct the recall. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and dispose of them to prevent further usage. Amazon and Morpher are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 27, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 20771.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (20771) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 27, 2020. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.