Stop using nowConsumer product recall · CPSC · Published August 12, 2020
Sweet Protection Bicycle Helmets Recall: Risk of Head Injury
Recalled Sweet Protection Ripper Jr., Ripper MIPS Jr., and Ripper MIPS bicycle helmets do not meet U.S. safety standards, risking head injury. Return for refund.
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✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Sweet Protection brand bicycle helmets that were sold in Europe and intended for the European market are being recalled because they don't meet U.S. safety standards, which could cause head injuries. Consumers should stop using these helmets and get a refund. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/3030-sweet-protection-bicycle-helmets-recall-risk-of-head-injury.
“Sweet Protection Bicycle Helmets Recall: Risk of Head Injury.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/3030-sweet-protection-bicycle-helmets-recall-risk-of-head-injury. Based on CPSC recall #8878 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2020/Active-Brands-Recalls-Bicycle-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury).
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on August 12, 2020, that Active Brands is recalling Sweet Protection-branded bicycle helmets due to the risk of head injury. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to the store where sold or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund.
Ripper Jr. and Ripper MIPS Jr.: one size, head circumference 48 cm to 53 cm (18.9 to 20.9 inches)
Ripper MIPS: one size, head circumference 53 cm to 61 cm (20.9 to 24.0 inches)
Matte colors: black, white, blue, gray, green, pink and purple
Manufacturing date inside helmet: production year 2019 and month between 9 and 12
Sold at Evo and Rogers Ski and Sport stores in California, Colorado, Montana, New Hampshire, Utah, Washington and Wyoming
Sold online at Expert Voice Pro Purchase (www.expertvoice.com) from February 2020 through June 2020
Price: between $50 and $90
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return to the store where sold or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund. Contact Active Brands AS at 800-364-4385 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email at orders.na@activebrands.com or online at www.sweetprotection.com, and click on Safety Notices at the bottom of the page for more information.
The hazard
The bicycle helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury. The agency reported no incidents or injuries associated with this recall.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show other recent recalls of similar products include R.X.Y Bike Helmet Recall: Risk of Head Injury (2026-01-15), Victgoal Bicycle Helmets Recall: Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Head Injury (2026-09-10), and Outdoor Master Children's Helmets Recalled for Head Injury Risk in Crashes (2025-11-26).
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the brand name 'Sweet Protection' printed on the side of the helmet. Look for the model name on the rear label and the production year 2019 with a month number between 9 and 12.
Immediately stop using the recalled helmets as they do not meet U.S. safety standards and could cause head injury.
Return for Refund
Return the helmet to the store where purchased or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund.
Official remedy
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return to the store where sold or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund.
Take action
Contact Active Brands
We’ve drafted a message you can send Active Brands to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 8878 — Active Brands Sweet Protection Bicycle Helmets Recall: Risk of Head Injury
Hello,
I own a Sweet Protection Bicycle Helmets Recall: Risk of Head Injury that is covered by recall 8878 from Active Brands.
The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return to the store where sold or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund.
I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?
Thank you.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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