Karmactive Staff
Bell Sports has recalled about 31,200 bicycle helmets in the United States and 480 in Canada because they don’t meet federal safety standards. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall on June 26, 2025.
The recall involves several models of both children’s and adult helmets. The affected children’s models include Axle, Cadence, Rev, and Frenzy, while adult models include Cadence and Passage. These helmets have model numbers B0605Y, B0605C, or B0494Y, which can be found on a sticker inside the helmet along with the manufacture date.
According to the CPSC, “The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.” Specifically, the helmets don’t comply with the impact requirements of the mandatory federal safety standard for bicycle helmets.
The recalled helmets were sold nationwide at major retailers including Walmart, Target, and Academy Sports+ Outdoors, as well as online through Amazon, Target.com, FredMeyer.com, and Academy.com. They were available from September 2024 through May 2025 and cost about $20.
Despite the safety concern, no injuries have been reported related to these helmets.
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Bell Sports is asking consumers to immediately stop using the recalled helmets. To receive a full refund, customers should:
- Destroy the helmet by cutting off its straps
- Take photos showing the destroyed helmet
- Email these photos to [email protected]
Consumers can also contact Bell Sports directly at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. The company says it is contacting all known purchasers directly.
The recall underscores the importance of bicycle helmets meeting safety standards, as proper head protection is crucial for preventing serious injuries while riding.
