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InjuryOctober 25, 2018CPSC #19021

Shimano Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

Product
Bicycles
Units affected
4,200
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves Shimano's Lazer-branded bicycle helmets, models Blade, Elle, Jade and Magma. They were sold in the following matte or glossy colors and color combinations: black, black and pink, blue, dark blue, grey and yellow, khaki and orange, titanium, red, yellow, and white. Lazer is printed on the side of the helmet. Model LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only helmets in the sizes below are included in the recall. Model Name Size Blade XS and S Elle S Jade S Magma S

Hazard

The bicycle helmets do not comply with the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Authorized Shimano bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2015 through April 2018 for between $100 and $125.

Photos

Recalled Lazer bicycle helmet – Magma/JadeRecalled Lazer bicycle helmet – ElleModel LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet.
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