CPSC, PTI Sports Inc. Announce Recall of Schwinn Toddler Bicycle Helmets
CPSC recall 04199 · announced August 19, 2004 · Pti Sports · 9,000 units affected
The product
These Schwinn-brand Toddler Bicycle Helmets have "SCHWINN" written on the back of the helmets. A white label inside the helmets reads, "Lot# 791913." This number is followed by a date from "12-01-03" through "5-15-04." This label also contains the model number SK103, SK107 or SK108.
The hazard
The helmets do not comply with impact testing requirements in the Consumer Product Safety Act.
What to do (per CPSC)
Return the recalled helmet to the store where purchased for a replacement or refund. Consumers also can send the helmet back to the manufacturer.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart, Target, Academy and Mills Fleet and Farms stores nationwide, from January 2004 through July 2004, for between $17 and $20.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact PTI Sports at (800) 515-0074 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.