Shimano Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8437.
This recall involves Shimano's Lazer-branded bicycle helmets, models Blade, Elle, Jade and Magma. They were sold in the following matte or glossy colors and color combinations: black, black and pink, blue, dark blue, grey and yellow, khaki and orange, titanium, red, yellow, and white. Lazer is printed on the side of the helmet. Model LZB-08 is printed on a sticker inside the helmet. Only helmets in the sizes below are included in the recall. Model Name Size Blade XS and S Elle S Jade S Magma S
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-8437.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Shimano for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.
✅ 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 Authorized Shimano Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From January 2015 Through April 2018 For Between $100 And $125. 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-8437.
Shimano at 800-423-2420 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.bike.shimano.com and click on “Corrective Action” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Authorized Shimano Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From January 2015 Through April 2018 For Between $100 And $125. Recall FAQ
Authorized Shimano Bicycle Dealers Nationwide From January 2015 Through April 2018 For Between $100 And $125. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Shimano Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury. The notice was published on October 25, 2018 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,200 units are potentially affected.