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Bell Racing Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

U.S. CPSCChemicalDec 5, 2007
Recalled Mini Helmet
Recalled Mini Helmet
Recalled Mini Helmet
Recalled Mini Helmet
Recalled Mini Helmet
Recalled Mini Helmet

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Bell Racing to receive a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

The recalled products are six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmets, modeled after helmets worn by several race car drivers. The follow models are included in the recall: Terry Borcheller helmet, part number 2005740; Kurt Busch helmet, part number 2001368; and Vitor Meira helmet, part number 2001381. The part number is located on the product's packaging with the UPC.

Sold on

Bell Racing dealers and distributors nationwide from February 2007 through November 2007 for about $40.

Contact the company

For further information, contact Bell Racing toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.bellracing.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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