SAHN Designs Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC recall 16256 · announced September 1, 2016 · Sahn Designs · 2,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves SAHN Classic SH523 adult bicycle helmets. "SAHN" is printed on the outer shell of the helmet on the right side. The production date and "SH-523 Classic" are printed on the white sticker label on the inside of the helmet. The helmets come in matte and gloss colors. Matte colors include black, white, blue, tan, gray, green, cream and brown. Gloss colors include black, white, blue, tan, cream and green.
The hazard
The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle helmets and contact SAHN Designs for a free replacement helmet. Remedy type: Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Authorized boutique bicycle dealers from May 2013 through December 2015 for about $130.
Consumer contact: SAHN Designs at 800-642-7086 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.sahn.cc and click on "Recall Notice" at the top of the page for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.