Product name | Full-face bicycle helmets | |
Description | This recall involves Bell Exodus full-face helmets with a plastic buckle on the chinstrap and model and part numbers listed below. The helmets have an angled visor and were sold in youth size. The model and part number can be found on a removable sticker located on the side of the helmet. (Color - Part/Model Number) Orange/Grey/Black - 1003825/035011898025 and Blue/Grey/Gold/White/Black - 1006714/035011917719. | |
Problem | The plastic buckle that connects the chin straps can fail, causing the helmet to come off the wearer's head. This poses a head injury hazard to riders in the event of a fall. | |
Distribution | Walmart stores nationwide and Amazon.com for between $50 and $60. | |
Company | Bell Sports 866-892-6059; Web site www.bellsports.com | |
Dates sold | Between August 2009 and March 2011. | |
Date posted | 06/04/2011 | |
Additional information | For additional information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission news release at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11235.html | |
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Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-3300 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments |