The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08019·Announced 2007-10-11

Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Lead Paint Violation

Riddell is recalling collectible Jeff Gordon mini helmets because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.

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 (lead paint violation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Riddell Inc. is recalling approximately 2,500 collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets. The six-inch miniature helmets, modeled after the race car driver's helmet, are red and blue with a black visor and painted sponsor logos. The recall is due to surface paints containing excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The helmets were sold at Academy stores, other retailers nationwide, and the website www.nascar.com from February 2007 through October 2007 for about $40. The product's packaging displays UPC number 095855720029. No other Riddell mini helmet models are included in this recall.

No injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately take the recalled helmets away from young children and contact Riddell to receive a full refund. For more information, consumers can call (800) 611-8114, email [email protected], or visit www.riddell.com.

The recalled product

Product
Collectible "Jeff Gordon" Mini Helmets
Manufacturer
Riddell Inc., of Rosemont, Ill.
Category
Consumer Product — Collectibles
Hazard
Affected units
2,500

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

UPCs (1)

  • 095855720029

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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