July
29, 2004
Name
of product:
DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY bicycle helmets
Units: 4,600
Distributor: Mackarl Enterprises Inc., of City of Industry, Calif., and
KHS Bicycles Inc., of Rancho Dominguez, Calif.
Hazard: The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets,
which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls
from a bicycle.
Description: 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.
Sold at: 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.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return
them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
Consumer Contact: 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.