Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Bell Sports Recalls BMX Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us

Bell Sports Recalls BMX Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 28, 2013
Recall number: 13-157
 
If you or a loved on has been injured by this or any other product, contact the Vogel Law Firm immediately for a free consultation to see if you are entitled to damages - know your rights: rlvogel@robertvogellaw.com or call 865-357-1949.
 

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Bell Full Throttle Bike Helmets
Hazard:
The buckle on the helmet’s safety strap can release in an accident and allow the helmet to fall off the rider, posing a risk of head injury.
Consumer Contact:
Bell Sports Inc. toll-free at (866) 892-6059 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.bellbikestuff.com and click on “Recall Notice” for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 2,500
Description
This recall involves Bell Full Throttle, full coverage bicycle motocross (BMX) helmets with a chin bar. The all-black helmets have UPC code 035011 937052 and part number 1009159 printed on a label on the side of the helmet shell. The Bell logo is affixed to the front and lower side of the helmet.
Incidents/Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Bell Sports for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Sold exclusively at
Toys R Us stores nationwide and online at ToysRUs.com between July 2012 and January 2013 for about $60.
Importer
Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, Calif.
Manufacturer
MHR
Manufactured in
China

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