Reported Jun 8, 2023
Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Bell Sports Inc. of Scotts Valley, California
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
Firm contact: Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at consumersupport@bellgiro.com, online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
- Amount recalled
- About 15,000 (In addition, about 1,465 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: None reported
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