MODERATERecall Data: May 18, 2023

Ventura Adult Bike Helmets

Messingschlager USA LLC, dba Cycle Force, of Ames, Iowa

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Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon (rear view)

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 731434 in white carbon (rear view)

Recalled Ventura helmet model 731436 in neon yellow

Recalled Ventura helmet model 731436 in neon yellow

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733192 in white/orange

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733192 in white/orange

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink (rear view)

Recalled Ventura helmet model number 733194 in white/pink (rear view)

Sticker inside helmet shows model number (731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194)

Sticker inside helmet shows model number (731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194)

Sticker inside helmet shows production month/year (October 2017 through January 2023)

Sticker inside helmet shows production month/year (October 2017 through January 2023)

Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)

The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirement of the 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.

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What should I do? (Remedy)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Cycle Force for a full refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps, complete the form at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet, email photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to [email protected] to prove destruction, and then dispose of the recalled helmet. Cycle Force is contacting all purchasers directly.

Consumer Contact

Cycle Force toll-free at 877-245-3243 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected] or online at www.bikeaidonline.com/recall-ventura-sport-helmet or www.bikeaidonline.com and click on "RECALLS" at the top of the page for more information.

Product Description

This recall involves Ventura Safety Adult Bike Helmets in size Medium (M), fitting a head circumference of about 21¼ to 22¾ inches, with model numbers 731434, 731436, 733192 or 733194. The model numbers are located on a manufacturer sticker inside the helmets. The recalled helmets were sold in white carbon, neon yellow and white/pink and white/orange color combinations. The helmets have a removable black visor, black straps and a black buckle. Ventura is written on the front of the helmet visor and on the left and right sides of the helmet. A factory production sticker is also located inside the helmet with a product code beginning with S-166 followed by the month/year of production (from October 2017 through January 2023).

Where was it sold?

Home Depot, JCPenney, Kohls, Play It Again Sports, and independent sports and bicycle stores nationwide and online at InGearOutfitters.com, Walmart.com and Amazon.com from October 2017 through January 2023 for about $40.

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Quick Facts

Recall Number

23759

Impacted Units

About 1,750

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Did you buy this?

Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.

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