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Smith Recalls Ski and Snowboard Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

Reported: September 7, 2017 Initiated: September 7, 2017 #17219

Product Description

This recall involves all 2016 and 2017 Smith Quantum ski and snowboard helmets. They were sold in in sizes S, M, L and XL in matte black/charcoal, matte white/charcoal, matte Fire (red) /charcoal, matte Klein Blue (blue), matte olive green, matte Reactor (bright green) /black and matte Thunder gray (gray) color combinations. Smith Quantum is printed on a label inside the helmet along with the manufacturing dates.

Reason for Recall

The buckle on the helmet can disengage, posing a risk of head injury.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Smith for instructions on returning the helmet, free of cost, to Smith for a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 7,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves all 2016 and 2017 Smith Quantum ski and snowboard helmets. They were sold in in sizes S, M, L and XL in matte black/charcoal, matte white/charcoal, matte Fire (red) /charcoal, matte Klein Blue (blue), matte olive green, matte Reactor (bright green) /black and matte Thunder gray (gray) color combinations. Smith Quantum is printed on a label inside the helmet along with the manufacturing dates.. Recalled by Smith Sport Optics Inc., Clearfield, Utah. Units affected: About 7,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The buckle on the helmet can disengage, posing a risk of head injury.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Smith for instructions on returning the helmet, free of cost, to Smith for a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 7, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17219.