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InjuryFebruary 4, 2016CPSC #16093

Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

Product
Helmets
Units affected
260
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves six models of HEAD ski and snowboard helmets: Agent, Alia, Andor, Arise, Arosa and Avril. They were sold in sizes M/L and XL/XXL in black, blue, green white and yellow, with straps in a variety of colors. HEAD, the model name, size and "Production Code: Dec. 2014" are printed on stickers that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.

Hazard

The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Taiwan

Where it was sold

  • Specialty ski and snowboard shops and online from January 2015 through December 2015 for between $80 and $120.

Photos

Head ski and snowboard helmets“Production Code: Dec. 2014” is printed on a sticker that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.
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