Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: free repair · About 7,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada) units
Grills & fireplaces Recall No. 17-219 Published September 7, 2017

Quantum ski and snowboard helmets

The buckle on the helmet can disengage, posing a risk of head injury. sold at Specialty ski and snowboard shops and by major retailers such as REI, online at Backcountry.com, Smithoptics.com, and other online retailers, from October 2016 – July 2017 for about $300.

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Quantum matte black charcoal

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The buckle on the helmet can disengage, posing a risk of head injury.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

None reported

The official remedy

Remedy type: repair
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Smith for instructions on returning the helmet, free of cost, to Smith for a free repair.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 7,000 (in addition, about 1,000 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atSpecialty ski and snowboard shops and by major retailers such as REI, online at Backcountry.com, Smithoptics.com, and other online retailers,
Sales periodOctober 2016 – July 2017
PriceAbout $300

How to reach the firm

Phone
833-459-0417
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday
Email
Recall page
www.smithoptics.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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