Merit spherical
Merit spherical was recalled on 28 July 2023 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/01728/23. Injuries risk reported by France. The straps may become detached from the helmet when pulled, even with relatively little force.
| Alert Number | A12/01728/23 |
| Brand | Giro |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Barcode | 0768686475061 07686864751910768686475047076868647505407686864750850768686475092076868647510807686864751150768686475122076868647513907686864751460768686475153076868647516007686864751840768686475207076868647626607686864762730768686476280 |
| Model Number | GH230 |
| Published | 28 July 2023 |
Risk Description
The straps may become detached from the helmet when pulled, even with relatively little force.This can lead to a risk of injury in the event of a fall. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1078.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 17/03/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Warning consumers of the risksDate of entry into force: 17/03/2023Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/03/2023
Product Description
Polycarbonate cycle helmet for adults. Various colours and sizes (S: 51-55 cm; M: 55-59 cm; L: 59-63 cm)
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Merit spherical.
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.