Bicycle helmet Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record
Database: Consumer Safety (EU Safety Gate)
Record ID: SR/01712/26
Date of Entry: 26/04/2026

1. Recall Summary
This recall notice, issued by the notifying country of Estonia, concerns a bicycle helmet sold under the brand “Happy People.” The product, identified as a “Sports Helmet” (model YJ-5016), has been found to pose a risk of injuries due to non-compliance with safety regulations. The specific measure taken is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace, effective 26/04/2026. The product originates from the People’s Republic of China.

2. Affected Products
– Product Type: Bicycle helmet (Protective equipment)
– Brand: Happy People
– Product Name: Sports Helmet
– Model/Type Number: YJ-5016
– Product Description: A 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.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Estonia

3. Hazard Information
The product has been classified as a “Serious risk” due to the following specific hazards explicitly stated in the recall notice:
– Insufficient Impact Absorption: The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient.
– Inadequate Retention System: The strength and the effectiveness of the retention system are inadequate.
– Resulting Risk: In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries.
– Regulatory Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1087.

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure taken is a “Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.” The notice does not provide specific instructions for consumers who have already purchased the product. Consumers who have purchased this specific model (Happy People Sports Helmet, model YJ-5016) should verify the current status of the product with the seller or online marketplace from which it was purchased. The notice does not include a direct consumer recall or instruction to stop using the product, but given the identified hazards, consumers should be aware of the safety risks.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the recall notice, is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. This measure prevents the product from being sold further. The notice does not specify a remedy for consumers who have already purchased the product, such as a refund, replacement, or repair. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.”

6. Contact Information
– Case Number: SR/01712/26
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099098
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– URL for Recall: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Contact for the Notifying Country (Estonia): Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers seeking further information should contact the seller or the relevant national consumer protection authority in Estonia.

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