Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps recalled over choking hazard

Recall date

May 17, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Pacific Cycle Recalls Infant Bicycle Helmets Due to Choking and Magnet Ingestion Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Target

Recall number

16162

Sold / distributed

Target stores and online at www.target.com from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $18 and $25.

Why it was recalled

The magnetic buckle on the helmet's chin strap contains small plastic covers and magnets that can come loose, posing a risk of choking and magnet ingestion to young children.

What was recalled

This recall involves infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch chin strap buckles. The helmets are made for infants ranging from one to three years old. The helmet and its straps come in various colors and design patterns. The buckles have small plastic covers and enclosed magnets. "SCHWINN" is printed on the front of the helmets. Only helmets with the magnetic no-pinch chin strap buckles are affected by this recall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the helmets away from children and contact Pacific Cycle for instructions on how to receive a free replacement helmet.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.