Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9640.
This recall only involves Giro Merit helmets manufactured prior to January 2023. The recalled Giro Merit helmet can be identified by the model's name "Merit" on the rear/side of the helmet. It can also be identified by the inner helmet sticker which has the model's name "Merit" written on it and also GH230.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-9640.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
✅ 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 Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech And Other Stores Nationwide, Online At Giro.com, Backcountry.com And Other Websites From September 2021 Through January 2023 For About $220. 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-9640.
Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at consumersupport@bellgiro.com, online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home page for more information.
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Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech And Other Stores Nationwide, Online At Giro.com, Backcountry.com And Other Websites From September 2021 Through January 2023 For About $220. Recall FAQ
Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech And Other Stores Nationwide, Online At Giro.com, Backcountry.com And Other Websites From September 2021 Through January 2023 For About $220. is the subject of a bicycles & wheeled sports recall: Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury. The notice was published on June 8, 2023 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 15,000 units are potentially affected.