Bell Sports is recalling approximately 31,200 Axle, Cadence, Rev, Frenzy, and Passage bicycle helmets because they do not comply with the impact requirements of the CPSC's federal safety standard. These helmets can fail to protect the user during a crash, which significantly increases the risk of a head injury. The affected helmets were sold in various colors and designs at retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon between September 2024 and May 2025. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.
The recalled helmets fail to meet mandatory federal safety standards for impact absorption. In the event of a bicycle accident or crash, the helmet may not provide sufficient protection, posing a direct risk of serious head injury to the rider.
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.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Model name and number are on a sticker inside the helmet.
Recalled Bell Sports Bicycle Helmet, Model B0494Y
Recalled Bell Sports Bicycle Helmet Model, B06065C or B0605Y
The model name, model number and manufacture date, in MM/YY or M/YY format, can be found on a sticker inside the helmet
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response