Moderate Recalled February 4, 2016 About 260 in the United States (in addition, 180 were sold in Canada) units

Head USA Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

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The hazard

The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Incidents reported: None reported

What to do now

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Head USA to receive a free replacement helmet.

Contact: Head USA at 800-874-3235 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.head.com then click on Customer Service and then on 2015 Helmet Recall for more information.

About this recall

This recall involves six models of HEAD ski and snowboard helmets: Agent, Alia, Andor, Arise, Arosa and Avril. They were sold in sizes M/L and XL/XXL in black, blue, green white and yellow, with straps in a variety of colors. HEAD, the model name, size and "Production Code: Dec. 2014" are printed on stickers that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.

Product photos

Head ski and snowboard helmets
Head ski and snowboard helmets
“Production Code: Dec. 2014” is printed on a sticker that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.
“Production Code: Dec. 2014” is printed on a sticker that can be found by lifting the lining above the right earpiece.

Photos: U.S. CPSC