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Product Recall Number: 04-189

Why was DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets recalled?

The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle.

DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets
Here's product recall specific data for DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets.

  • Product Recall Number: 04-189

  • Product Safety Warning Number:

  • Date: 2004-07-28

  • Product Safety Warning Date:

  • Name Of Product: DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets

  • Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. – In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif. and KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominquez, Calif. are voluntarily recalling 4,600 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 he/she falls from a bicycle.Name of product: DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmetsUnits: 4,600Distributor: Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif., and KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominguez, Calif.Hazard: The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle.Incidents/Injuries: The firms have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.Description: The recalled Geartec ESPY and FX-2 (DBX Ravage) model helmets come in carbon yellow, silver, or blue, and have a carbon fiber graphic on the front to middle part of the helmet. The helmets have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the logo ("Geartec" or "DBX") printed on both sides of helmet. The recalled VT-3 (DBX Engage) model helmets come in either blue/silver/black, red/yellow/black, or silver and black. The helmets also have 15 vent holes, a removable visor, and the "DBX" logo printed on both sides of helmet.Sold at: 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.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.Consumer Contact: 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.

  • Hazard Description: The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle.

  • Consumer Action: None Listed

  • Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed

  • Remedy Type: Refund, Replace

  • Units: 4600

  • Incidents: The firms have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.

  • Sold At: 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.

  • Importers: None Listed

  • Manufacturers: None Listed

  • Distributors: Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif., and KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominguez, Calif.

  • Manufactured In: China

  • Custom Label: None Listed

  • Custom Field: None Listed

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