CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard
CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard Helmets
Why was CPSC, World Industries Announce Recall of Skateboard recalled?
These helmets failed impact testing required under CPSC's Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls and could suffer head injuries or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a full refund. Contact: 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.
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- World Industries skateboard helmets
- Company
- World Industries Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.
- Quantity
- 10,000
- Sold at
- Retail outlets, chains and catalogs nationwide sold the helmets, from October 2000 through May 2001, for about $40.
- Recall date
- August 20, 2001
- Incidents / injuries
- CPSC and World Industries have not received any reports of injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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."