The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04189·Announced 2004-07-29

CPSC Recalls DBX and Geartec Bicycle Helmets for Safety Regulation Non-Compliance

CPSC is recalling specific DBX and Geartec bicycle helmets because they may not meet safety regulations, posing a risk of serious head injury.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (bicycle helmets) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria for theoretical hazards involving serious injury potential.

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Mackarl Enterprises Inc. are recalling approximately 4,600 DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets. The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if they fall from a bicycle. The firms have not received any reports of incidents; this recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The recalled Geartec ESPY and FX-2 (DBX Ravage) model helmets come in carbon yellow, silver, or blue, and feature a carbon fiber graphic on the front to middle part of the helmet. These models have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the "Geartec" or "DBX" logo printed on both sides. The recalled VT-3 (DBX Engage) model helmets come in blue/silver/black, red/yellow/black, or silver and black, and also have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the "DBX" logo printed on both sides.

Dick's Sporting Goods stores nationwide sold the DBX Engage (VT-3) and Ravage (FX-2) model helmets from June 2003 through June 2004 for between $40 and $60. KHS Bicycles stores sold the Geartec ESPY model helmets between May 2003 and June 2003 for about $40. Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For more information, call Mackarl toll-free at (866) 432-7832 Ext. 195 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Helmets
Hazard
Affected units
4,600

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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