Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, California
Product Images
Recalled Giro Merit helmet
Recalled Giro Merit helmets side view
Recalled Giro Merit helmet rear view
Why is it being recalled? (Hazard)
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. 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.
What should I do? (Remedy)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
Consumer Contact
Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at [email protected], online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home page for more information.
Product Description
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
Where was it sold?
Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
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Quick Facts
Recall Number
23216
Impacted Units
About 15,000 (In addition, about 1,465 were sold in Canada)
Incidents/Injuries
None reported
Did you buy this?
Stop using the product immediately. Check the "Remedy" section for refund or repair instructions.