Bike Helmets Recalled by Monarch Velo, LLC doing business as Catlike USA
Catlike Kompact™ Bike Helmets
Date of Recall
2003-05-22CPSC Release Number
03-132Manufactured In
SpainCompany Phone Number
+34 968 752 087Units
2,250Distributor
Monarch Velo, LLC, doing business as Catlike USA, of Houston, TexasSold By
Bicycle shops nationwide sold the helmets from March 2002 through February 2003 for about $130.Problem/Hazard
The helmets fail impact testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act.Injuries/Incidents
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."Remedy
Monarch Velo is no longer in business and has no product or ability to refund the consumers purchase price. Consumers can either get another type of helmet from the retailer they purchased the helmet from or contact Catlike in Spain who was the manufacturer of the helmets.Consumer Contact
Contact Catlike Sport Components S.L. at +34 968 752 087 (Spain), by e-mail at [email protected], or visit the firm's web site at www.catlike.esRecall Comments
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