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 2,425 (In addition, about 2,400 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 24-118 Published February 15, 2024

Bell Soquel Youth Helmets

The strap anchor can become dislodged from the helmet when sufficient force is applied, and therefore violates the CPSC federal safety regulation for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. sold at Fred Meyer, Walmart and other stores nationwide, and online at www.Amazon.com from January 2017 – January 2024 for $25 to $50.

Recalled Bell Soquel Youth Helmet
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Recalled Bell Soquel Youth Helmet

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Why it was recalled

The strap anchor can become dislodged from the helmet when sufficient force is applied, and therefore violates the CPSC federal safety regulation for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.

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None reported

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Bell Soquel Youth Helmets and contact Bell Sports for a refund. To receive a refund, consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps and upload photos of the helmet with the straps cut to consumersupport-bell@bellhelmets.com to prove destruction, then dispose of the recalled helmet.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 2,425 (In addition, about 2,400 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atFred Meyer, Walmart and other stores nationwide, and online at www.Amazon.com
Sales periodJanuary 2017 – January 2024
Price$25 to $50

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800-456-2355
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
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