Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC recall 23216 · announced June 8, 2023 · Bell Sports · 15,000 units affected
The product
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
The hazard
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund. Remedy type: Refund Replace
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
Consumer contact: Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at consumersupport@bellgiro.com, online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home 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.