Alpine ski helmet
Alpine ski helmet was recalled on 10 October 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1118/08. Injuries risk reported by Latvia. The product poses a risk of injuries because the shock absorbing capacity test (low temperature, impact zone crown) shows that the peak acceleration exceeds 250 g.
| Alert Number | 1118/08 |
| Brand | Carrera |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Latvia |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Model Number | model: Prorace 2001/ article: E001703GQ, E001702BX, E001705BM/ bar code: 221801113 / batch code:65061080. |
| Published | 10 October 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the shock absorbing capacity test (low temperature, impact zone crown) shows that the peak acceleration exceeds 250 g. 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 stop of sale by the distributor.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Red, silver or blue coloured helmets decorated with silver shapes and labelled “CARRERA”. The inside of the helmet is covered in textile marked “CARRERA”. There is also a label with a CE mark and the following information: “model-PRORACE 2001, EN 1077, Italy”. The packaging is black marked with “CARRERA”.
⚠️ 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.