CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2660.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2660.
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact 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. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2660.
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.
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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. Recall FAQ
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. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: CPSC, Geartec/Mackarl Announce Recall of Bicycle Helmets. The notice was published on July 29, 2004 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 4,600 units are potentially affected.