Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 4,600 units
Lighting & Fans Recall No. 17-232 Published September 25, 2017

Multisport helmets

The buckle on the helmet fails to meet current federal safety standards, posing a risk of head injury. Manufactured by Pro-Tec and sold at McCully Bicycle & Sporting Goods, Quality Bicycle Products, Uncle Funky's Boards, and other sports specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and ProtecB2C.com from February 2016 – January 2017 for about $80.

Pro-Tec City Lite helmet with LED light.
What you are looking at

Pro-Tec City Lite helmet with LED light.

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The buckle on the helmet fails to meet current federal safety standards, 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: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to Pro-Tec for a full refund.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerPro-Tec, a division of Bravo Sports, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.
UnitsAbout 4,600
Made inChina
Sold atMcCully Bicycle & Sporting Goods, Quality Bicycle Products, Uncle Funky's Boards, and other sports specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and ProtecB2C.com
Sales periodFebruary 2016 – January 2017
PriceAbout $80
Category Lighting & Fans

How to reach the firm

Phone
844-368-3695
7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday
Recall page
www.protecbrand.com

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

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