The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighCPSC·11280·Announced 2011-07-21

Swix Sport USA Recalls Uvex Funride Ski Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

Swix Sport USA is recalling Uvex Funride ski helmets because they provide insufficient shock absorption and penetration resistance, posing a head injury hazard.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 (head injury hazard) where no injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Swix Sport USA is recalling approximately 800 Uvex Funride ski helmets due to a head injury hazard. The helmets provide insufficient shock absorption and resistance to penetration. The affected helmets come in two adult sizes (XS-M and L-XL) and feature a chin strap, ear protection, and the word "Uvex" printed toward the back. The interior label on affected helmets bears the code "S-58B" or "S-58C". The helmets are available in solids in black, white, and silver; carbon look matte in white or black; and golden flower decal in white or black.

The helmets were sold at independent retail ski shops and ski rental stores nationwide from January 2009 to April 2011 for $99. The product was manufactured in China by Uvex Sports of Cranston, R.I., and imported by Swix Sport USA of Haverhill, Mass.

No injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund or store credit. For additional information, consumers can contact Uvex at Swix Sport USA at (800) 343-8335 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at uvex-sports.com.

The recalled product

Product
Uvex Funride Ski Helmets
Manufacturer
Uvex Sports, of Cranston, R.I.
Category
Consumer Product — Sports Safety Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
800

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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