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

Recalled October 11, 2007 · CPSC recall 08019 · Riddell

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 Riddell to receive a full refund.

Units

About 2,500

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled product is a six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmet, modeled after the helmet worn by race car driver Jeff Gordon. The helmet is red and blue with a black visor, and is painted with various sponsor logos and playing cards. The UPC number 095855720029 is located on the bottom of the product's packaging. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.

What to do

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

Contact

For further information, contact Riddell at (800) 611-8114 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, via e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's Web site at www.riddell.com

Product

Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets

Imported by

Riddell Inc., of Rosemont, Ill.

Retailers

Academy stores and other retailers nationwide, as well as the Web site, www.nascar.com, from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40.

Made in

China

UPC

095855720029

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