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CPSC recall 16162

Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps

On 2016-05-17 the CPSC announced a recall of Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps by Pacific Cycle, citing 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.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number16162
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2016-05-17
Published2016-05-17
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyPacific Cycle
DistributionUS

Product

Infant bicycle helmets with magnetic no-pinch buckle chin straps | 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.

Reason

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.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

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Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Pacific-Cycle-Recalls-Infant-Bicycle-Helmets

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