Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 24, 2021
SmartPool Recalls Children's Multi-Purpose Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, the recalled helmets do not comply with minimum safety requirements for …
Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China recalled This recall involves Bee Free-branded children's multi-purpose helmets which can be used … - a moderate-severity action.
SmartPool Recalls Children's Multi-Purpose Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury was recalled by Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China in February 24, 2021. Reason: The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, th…. Remedy: Consumers with children between the ages of 2 and 4 should immediately stop using the rec…. Verify recall #21088 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, th….
- Moderate
- severity level
- February 24, 2021
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21088 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #21088) was formally reported on February 24, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 480.
The documented reason for this recall is: The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, the recalled helmets do not comply with minimum safety requirements for children younger than 5 and pose a risk … 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 with children between the ages of 2 and 4 should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact SmartPool for a full refund. - 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.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 480
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves Bee Free-branded children's multi-purpose helmets which can be used for multiple sports. The helmets were sold in size small, fitting head circumference from 48 cm to 53 cm (18.9 to 21.2 inches). The helmets were sold in yellow with black straps and black clip. Bee Free is printed on the back of the helmets. Model RPBFHYS is printed on a label on the inside of the helmet. S for small is printed on another label also on the inside of the helmet. Only the small-sized helmets are included in this recall.
Reason for recall
The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, the recalled helmets do not comply with minimum safety requirements for children younger than 5 and pose a risk of head injury to those children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers with children between the ages of 2 and 4 should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact SmartPool for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 21088 |
| Date reported | February 24, 2021 |
| Date initiated | February 24, 2021 |
| Recalling firm | Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China |
| Affected scope | About 480 |
| 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 with children between the ages of 2 and 4 should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact SmartPool for …
- Check the recall number (21088) 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 Bee Free-branded children's multi-purpose helmets which can be used for multiple sports. The helmets were sold in size small, fitting head circumference from 48 cm to 53 cm (18.9 to 21.2 inches). The helmets were sold in yellow with black straps and black clip. Bee Free is printed on the back of the helmets. Model RPBFHYS is printed on a label on the inside of the helmet. S for small is printed on another label also on the inside of the helmet. Only the small-sized helmets are included in this recall.. Recalled by Shenzhen Haochen Industrial Co. Ltd., of China. Units affected: About 480.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled helmets were incorrectly advertised and marketed for children aged 2 years or older. However, the recalled helmets do not comply with minimum safety requirements for children younger than 5 and pose a risk of head injury to those children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers with children between the ages of 2 and 4 should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact SmartPool for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 24, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 21088.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (21088) 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 February 24, 2021. 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.