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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2001-08-20

CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets

Is my product affected?

World Industries skateboard helmets

  • Brand World Industries Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

The Consumer Product Safety Commission and World Industries have announced a recall of skateboard helmets that failed required safety impact testing. These helmets, which come in black, blue, and white with "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, back, and inside padding, do not provide adequate protection from falls. The helmets feature yellow and blue cartoon characters on the sides and contain labels stating "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203" and "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" along with "Made in China."

According to the recall notice, consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where they were purchased for a full refund.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death.

What should I do?

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund.

Details from the source

The recalled helmets come in black, blue and white and have the name "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, the back of the helmet, and the inside padding. On the sides of the helmet, yellow and blue cartoon characters can be seen shooting fire from a gun. Two labels inside of the helmet read in part, "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203," "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" and "Made in China."

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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