CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (serious injury or death). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1071.
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."
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1071.
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Retail Outlets, Chains And Catalogs Nationwide Sold The Helmets, From October 2000 Through May 2001, For About $40. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1071.
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.
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Retail Outlets, Chains And Catalogs Nationwide Sold The Helmets, From October 2000 Through May 2001, For About $40. Recall FAQ
Retail Outlets, Chains And Catalogs Nationwide Sold The Helmets, From October 2000 Through May 2001, For About $40. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets. The notice was published on August 20, 2001 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 10,000 units are potentially affected.