The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16162·Announced 2016-05-17

Pacific Cycle Recalls Infant Bicycle Helmets Due to Choking and Magnet Hazards

Pacific Cycle is recalling about 129,000 infant bicycle helmets sold at Target because loose magnetic buckle parts pose choking and ingestion risks to young children.

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 (choking and magnet ingestion) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Pacific Cycle Inc. is recalling approximately 129,000 infant bicycle helmets equipped with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps. These helmets, designed for children aged one to three years, were sold exclusively at Target stores and online from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $18 and $25. The helmets feature "SCHWINN" printed on the front and are available in various colors and design patterns.

The recall is due to a hazard where the small plastic covers and magnets on the chin strap buckles can come loose. This poses a risk of choking and magnet ingestion to young children. Pacific Cycle has received three reports of the plastic cover coming loose, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately take the affected helmets away from children. They can contact Pacific Cycle toll-free at 877-564-2261 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST Monday through Friday, or via email at [email protected], to receive instructions for a free replacement helmet. Additional information is available at www.schwinnbikes.com or www.target.com.

The recalled product

Product
Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps
Manufacturer
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Category
Consumer Product — Bicycle Helmets
Hazard
Affected units
129,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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