Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 29, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Bicycle helmet
Brand: Happy People
Country: Estonia
Hazards: Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01712/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Bicycle helmet |
| Brand | Happy People |
| Country | Estonia |
| Case Number | SR/01712/26 |
| Hazard | Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
RECALL INFORMATION RECORD
Recall Summary
This recall relates to a bicycle helmet sold under the brand Happy People, identified as the “Sports Helmet” model YJ-5016. The recall was notified by Estonia under case number SR/01712/26. The product was manufactured in the People’s Republic of China. The recall measure was taken by an online marketplace, which removed the product listing. The date of entry into force for the measure is 26 April 2026. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1087.
Case Number: SR/01712/26
Reference Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099098
Notifying Country: Estonia
Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
Product Type: Consumer product – Protective equipment
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Affected Products
Product: Bicycle helmet
Brand: Happy People
Name: Sports Helmet
Type/Model Number: YJ-5016
Description: Red bicycle helmet, intended for children, size XS.
Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.
Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
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Hazard Information
The following hazards are explicitly described in the recall notice:
– Impact absorption deficiency: The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient.
– Retention system deficiency: The strength and the effectiveness of the retention system are inadequate.
Potential consequence: In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries.
Risk classification: Serious risk — as classified by the notifying authority (Estonia).
Regulatory non-compliance: The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1087.
No additional hazard information, such as chemical risks or strangulation hazards, is provided in the source data.
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Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies the following consumer action:
– No direct consumer instructions (such as “stop using the product” or “return to store”) are provided in the source data.
– The notified measure is described as: “Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.”
– Consumers who purchased this product are advised to check the official Safety Gate alert (reference link above) for any updated instructions that may be issued by the notifying authority or the online marketplace.
Important: The recall notice does not include a URL for a dedicated recall page or specific consumer helpline number. Consumers should contact the online marketplace where the product was purchased for further guidance, or refer to the Estonian national consumer protection authority.
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Official Remedy
Measure type: Other (as classified in the source data)
Specific measure taken: Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace
Date of entry into force: 26 April 2026
The recall notice does not state whether consumers are entitled to a refund, replacement, or other remedy. No information is provided regarding compensation, repair, or exchange. As the measure was taken by the online marketplace, consumers should contact the marketplace directly to inquire about available remedies.
The recall notice does not specify whether the manufacturer or distributor is offering any corrective action directly to consumers.
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Contact Information
Notifying country authority: Estonia (specific agency name not provided in the recall notice)
Online marketplace: The economic operator that took the notified measure is identified only as “Other” — type of economic operator: other. The name of the online marketplace is not specified in the source data.
Manufacturer/Distributor contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
Recall website: The official Safety Gate alert can be accessed at: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099098
Consumer helpline: Not specified in the recall notice.
Email address: Not specified in the recall notice.
Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled Bicycle helmet?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01712/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Bicycle helmet?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Bicycle helmet?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
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