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CPSC, Monarch Velo, LLC doing business as Catlike USA Announce Recall of Bike HelmetsWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of product: Catlike Kompact Bike Helmets Units: 2,250 Distributor: Monarch Velo, LLC, doing business as Catlike USA, of Houston, Texas Hazard: The helmets fail impact testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall involves Catlike Kompact adult bicycle helmets. The helmets were sold in two sizes (small/medium and large/extra large) and various colors. The sizing label inside the helmets reads "Kompact" and "SM/MD" or "LG/XL." Sold at: Bicycle shops nationwide sold the helmets from March 2002 through February 2003 for about $130. Manufactured in: Spain Remedy: Contact Monarch Velo for information on receiving a free replacement helmet. Consumer Contact: Contact Monarch Velo toll-free at (877) 228-5646 between 9 a.m and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.catlike-usa.com Media Contact: Chris Watson at (877) 228-5646. |
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