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CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets

Recalled August 20, 2001 · CPSC recall 01220 · World

Hazard

These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund.

Units

10,000

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and World Industries have not received any reports of injuries.

Description

The recalled helmets come in black, blue and white and have the name "World Industries" printed on the chin strap, the back of the helmet, and the inside padding. On the sides of the helmet, yellow and blue cartoon characters can be seen shooting fire from a gun. Two labels inside of the helmet read in part, "Certified CPSC 16CFR1203," "Warning This Helmet Is Not For Motor Vehicle" and "Made in China."

What to do

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund.

Contact

Consumers can call World Industries toll-free at (888) 338-4562 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product

World Industries skateboard helmets

Imported by

World Industries Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.

Retailers

Retail outlets, chains and catalogs nationwide sold the helmets, from October 2000 through May 2001, for about $40.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →