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Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

Date: June 8, 2023
Company: Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund. Options: Refund, Replace

Affected Products

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.

Why Was This Recalled?

The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online

Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report