Bicycle helmet Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 24, 2026

Recall Information Record – EU Safety Gate Database

1. Recall Summary
The European Commission’s Safety Gate system has published a recall notification concerning a bicycle helmet sold under the brand “Happy People.” The recall was initiated by authorities in Estonia and is identified by case number SR/01712/26. The product is classified as protective equipment and is intended for use by children. The recall was published on 26 April 2026. The product was manufactured in the People’s Republic of China.

2. 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.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Estonia

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the risk type as “Injuries.” The specific danger is described as follows: The impact absorption capacity of the helmet is insufficient. Additionally, the strength and the effectiveness of the retention system are inadequate. In the event of an impact, users may suffer head injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1087. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk.”

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice does not provide specific instructions directed at consumers regarding actions they should take with the product. The measure taken by the economic operator is described as: “Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace.” The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “Other.” The date of entry into force of this measure is 26 April 2026. Consumers who have purchased this product should verify whether they own a Happy People Sports Helmet, model YJ-5016, size XS, and should stop using the product immediately due to the identified serious risk of head injury. Consumers should seek further guidance from the retailer or online marketplace where the product was purchased.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy recorded in the recall notice is the removal of the product listing by the online marketplace. No specific remedy for consumers (such as a refund, replacement, or repair) is explicitly stated in the recall notice. The recall notice does not specify whether the manufacturer or seller is offering a refund, exchange, or other compensation to consumers who have already purchased the product.

6. Contact Information
– Recall Case Number: SR/01712/26
– Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099098
– Notifying Country: Estonia
– Brand: Happy People
– Product Images: Available via the Safety Gate alert page at the following URLs:
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011160
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011161
– https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/public/api/notification/image/11011162
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Contact details for the manufacturer or importer: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact the online marketplace or retailer where the product was purchased for further information.

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