Recall · CPSC (US)
Bell Sports Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury; Violation of Federal Standard for Bicycle Helmets
Yes. Bell Sports Inc., of Irvine, California's product was recalled on June 26, 2025 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: The recalled helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) mandatory federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. What to do: Consumers should stop using the recalled helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the recalled helmet by cutting the straps off the helmet. Consumers can upload photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to consumersupport-bell@bellhelmets.com to obtain a refund. Bell Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Data updated July 28, 2026 · Source: official CPSC (US) recall data, checked every 30 minutes
What was recalled
This recall involves Bell Sports' Axle, Cadence, Rev and Frenzy children's bicycle helmets with model numbers B0605Y, B0605C or B0494Y, and Cadence and Passage adult helmets with model number B0605Y. The helmets were sold in the following colors or color combinations: blue, green, purple, red, pink, black/blue, green/black, pink/green, pink/purple, pink/white, purple/white, red/black, pink/mint or multi-color; and have various designs, including checkers, lines, polka dots, rainbows and swirls. The model name, the model number, and the manufacture date in MM/YY or M/YY format can be found on a sticker inside the helmet. Model Number Model Name Color(s) Manufacture Date B0494Y Axle Pink/Purple and Pixels Green 9/24 B0605C Cadence Rainbow Road 10/24 Red 9/24 Pink/White Checkers 9/24 and 10/24 Black/Blue 10/24 Blue/Black and Purple/White 8/24, 9/24 and 10/24 Rev Red/Black Swirl 8/24 and 9/24 B0605Y Cadence Black/Red 9/24 Pink/Mint Black/Blue Purple Pink Polka Green/Black Frenzy Blue/Black and Pink Scuba Passage Blue Comet
The hazard
CPSC (US) flagged this Bell Sports Inc., of Irvine, California product for the following risk:
The recalled helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) mandatory federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
What to do
If you own a Bell Sports Inc., of Irvine, California product, here is the remedy CPSC (US) lists:
Consumers should stop using the recalled helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the recalled helmet by cutting the straps off the helmet. Consumers can upload photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to consumersupport-bell@bellhelmets.com to obtain a refund. Bell Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Original recall notice: CPSC (US) →
Common questions
Is the Bell Sports Inc., of Irvine, California product recalled?
Yes. Bell Sports Inc., of Irvine, California's product was recalled on June 26, 2025 by CPSC (US). Reported hazard: The recalled helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) mandatory federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect the user in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled helmets immediately and contact Bell Sports for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the recalled helmet by cutting the straps off the helmet. Consumers can upload photos of the helmet with the straps cut off to consumersupport-bell@bellhelmets.com to obtain a refund. Bell Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Where can I read the official recall notice?
The original notice is published by CPSC (US) — linked directly from this page.
Want to hear about recalls like this without checking?
We monitor CPSC, FDA, and EU Safety Gate every 30 minutes. Recall info is always free.
One email a week. Unsubscribe anytime.
Other recalls
More other recalls Pouch has tracked. See all →
SnugglePhant Sleeping Pillow
Veverra·July 24, 2026SDADI Kitchen Step Stools Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury and Death from Entrapment and Fall Hazards; Imported by Yiwushi Bihe Trading
July 16, 2026TOMY Recalls Boon PIVOT Collapsible Toddler Tower Kitchen Step Stools Due to Risk of Serious Injury and Death from Tip-Over and Fall Hazards
July 16, 2026Liizousuda Paint Thinner Bottles Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Child Poisoning; Violate Mandatory Standard for Child-Resistant Packaging; Sold on Amazon.com by Shenzhen Gudebo Technology
July 16, 2026Target Recalls Cat & Jack Children's Sandals Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard
July 16, 2026