Recalls / 2024-01-11

Retrospec Recalls Kid's Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Bicycle Helmets

24081 · Recalled 2024-01-11 · CPSC page

Recalled Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmet (Black)

Description

This recall involves Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmets in sizes XS and S. The helmets were sold in the following colors and designs: Blippi, Blush, Brash Blue, Chameleon, Cool Mint, Matte Forest Green, Matte Black, Matte Navy, Matte White, Matte Burnt Orange, Matte Green, Matte Royal Blue, and Matte Whisper Pink. The helmets were sold with a green hang tag label listing the name "Retrospec," the Scout brand name, and the helmet size. The word Retrospec or the Retrospec "R" logo appears on the right side of the helmet.

Hazards

The molded plastic drain pan located at the bottom of the evaporator coil can overheat, melt and deform, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Retrospec for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps and mark the helmet with their initials and the date near the Retrospec logo on the right side of the helmet. Consumers should upload a photo of the helmet, showing the straps cut off, their initials, date, and Retrospec logo, to the recall registration page at https://retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-scout-recall to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Scout Kid's Bike Helmets		About 72,000 (In addition, 150 in Canada)

Parties

Importer: Xander Bicycle Corporation, DBA Retrospec, of Perris, California
Made in: China
Sold at: T Scheels, Play it Again Sports, independent bicycle, online at Retrospec.com, Amazon.com, $23.

Consumer contact

Retrospec toll-free at 888-488-2369 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at https://retrospec.com/pages/retrospec-scout-recall or retrospec.com and click on "Product Recall" at the top of the page for more information.

More images

Recalled Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmet (Blue)

Recalled Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmet (Green)

Recalled Scout model Retrospec kid's bike helmet (Pink)

Hang tag label on recalled helmet, listing the name “Retrospec,” the Scout brand name, and the helmet size

Source: CPSC recall 24081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.