Shimano recalls Lazer Bicycle Helmets
Starting date: October 23, 2018
Posting date: October 23, 2018
Type of communication: Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory: Sports/Fitness
Source of recall: Health Canada
Issue: Product Safety
Audience: General Public
Identification number: RA-68074
Affected products
Lazer Bicycle Helmets
Product description
This recall involves the following Lazer bicycle helmets:
Blade, Size extra small and small
Elle, Size small
Jade, Size small
Magma, Size small
The helmets have ID Code LZB-08. The size and ID code can be found on the inside of the helmet.
Hazard identified:
The recalled helmets do not meet the CPSC standard for the "Dynamic Roll Off" test. The helmet may come off on impact posing a head injury to the user.
Time period sold:
The recalled helmets were sold from January 2015 to April 2018.
What you should do:
Consumers should immediately stop using the helmet and return the helmet to Shimano North America for a free replacement (with free shipping).
Reference:
https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/shimano-north-america-recalls-lazer-bicycle-helmets