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Alpine ski helmet

Injuries Protective equipment Serious risk

Alpine ski helmet was recalled on 10 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1108/08. Injuries risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a risk of injuries because the helmet’s chin strap attachment does not hold and the helmet could come off the head.

Photo of recalled product: Alpine ski helmet
Alert Number1108/08
BrandAldo
CategoryProtective equipment
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryLatvia
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberModel: razer
Published10 October 2008

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of injuries because the helmet’s chin strap attachment does not hold and the helmet could come off the head. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1077.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Blue helmet with a white inscription “RAZER helmet” on the front. Packed in a grey box with black dotted lines and a thick black stripe around the middle, and a label marked “SKIING HELMET”. On the inside of the helmet there is a label with the following information “YJ-2 ptilba pro sjezdove lyzovani. Dat.vyr: VII/07 hmotnost 565 gr. Helmets RZ, Made in China, CE EN 1077 vel.:54cm”.

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Alpine ski helmet.

About this risk

This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.

Recommended action

Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.

Who is at risk?

All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.

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