Helmets R Us Recalls Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury (Recall Alert)

Hazard

The helmets fail to meet the federal safety standard, posing a risk of head injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Helmets R Us to receive a free replacement helmet. Helmets R Us is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Replace

Incidents & injuries

None reported

Product description

This recall involves Rollerblade-branded Helmets R Us helmets, used in schools' physical education programs. The recalled helmets are white and Rollerblade is printed on the side in black. They were manufactured from September 2011 through April 2017. Model 16, SK-501N and the manufactured date (in MM/YYYY format) are printed on a label on the inside of the helmet. "Distributed by: Helmets R Us" is printed on another label inside of the helmet.

Sold on

To schools nationwide for use in physical education programs from September 2011 through April 2018 for about $16.

Contact the company

Helmets R Us toll-free at 877-777-9287 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at [email protected] or online at http://skateinschool.com and click on “Product Recall” or http://helmetsrus.net and click on the “Product Recall” button for more information.