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Product name "Guardian Junior Helmets."
Description The bicycle helmets are slate blue, and have "Guardian" written on the front and rear of the helmets. They have model numbers 007471, 007958, 009406, 009437, 009455 or 009830, and date code "2000/04" written on a label inside the helmets. 
Problem These helmets fail impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for bicycle helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls, and could suffer severe head injuries or death. 
Distribution Sold in sporting goods stores in the eastern and north eastern United States. 
Company First Team Sports Inc., Anoka, Minnesota; (800) 528-5872. 
Dates sold February 2000 through October 2000. 
Date posted 12/28/2001 
 

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