Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: refund or replacement · About 201,200 (In addition, about 26, 800 in Canada) units
Recall No. 25-374 Published July 3, 2025

509 helmets and 509 for Polaris helmets

The recalled helmets fail to provide sufficient protection in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. sold at www.ride509.com and www.polaris.com and at 509 and Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2020 – May 2025 for $140 to $900.

Recalled 509 Tactical 3.0 Youth Helmet
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Recalled 509 Tactical 3.0 Youth Helmet

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The recalled helmets fail to provide sufficient protection in the event of a crash, 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

The firm received one incident where the rider's helmet became detached during a crash, resulting in a concussion.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund or replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Consumers with a recalled "509" branded Tactical 3.0 or Tactical 2.0 (small/medium manufactured in 2023) helmet should contact 509 for instructions on how to participate in the recall and to receive a choice of a refund (if purchased online), or a credit to be used on 509's website or a replacement helmet. Consumers with a recalled "509 for Polaris" branded Tactical 3.0 or Tactical 2.0 (small/medium manufactured in 2023) helmet should contact Polaris for a choice of a refund, a credit to use at a Polaris dealership or on the Polaris website, or a replacement helmet. Proof of purchase is not required. All helmets should be discarded in the local household trash after consumers have confirmed their helmet is being recalled by 509 or Polaris and follow the destruction instructions located on the website. Polaris is also providing their customers who have the recalled 509 and 509 for Polaris helmets with Fidlock®, with instructions on how to inspect the webbing on the chin strap to make sure it is repaired, by routing it correctly. 509 and Polaris are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 201,200 (In addition, about 26, 800 in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atwww.ride509.com and www.polaris.com and at 509 and Polaris dealers nationwide
Sales periodJanuary 2020 – May 2025
Price$140 to $900

How to reach the firm

Phone
877-743-3509
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday
Email

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