Bicycle helmet Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 07, 2026

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

Recall Information Record: WildSide Bicycle Helmet
Database Reference: Reclia / EU Safety Gate Case SR/01900/26

1. Recall Summary
This record details a safety notification for a WildSide brand foldable bicycle helmet. The product was notified by the notifying country, Germany, due to a non-compliance with safety regulations. The risk associated with the product is classified as “Serious risk” in the source data. The primary issue concerns the design of the folding mechanism, which results in ventilation openings that are too wide. This design flaw may compromise the helmet’s protective function during an impact.

2. Affected Products
– Product: Bicycle helmet (Foldable)
– Brand: WildSide
– Type/Model Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Barcode: 12000044562660558
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Country of Origin: People’s Republic of China
– Notifying Country: Germany

3. Hazard Information
The hazard is explicitly identified in the source data as “Injuries.” The specific danger is described as follows: Because of the design of the folding mechanism, the ventilation openings are too wide. In the event of an impact, the helmet may not provide sufficient protection to the head, and users may suffer head injuries. The product does not comply with the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Regulation nor with the European standard EN 1078.

4. Consumer Action Required
The source data specifies the measure taken by the economic operator. The official action is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. The date of entry into force for this measure is 18/06/2026. Consumers who have purchased this product should verify if their helmet matches the barcode (12000044562660558) and brand (WildSide). As the product has been delisted from the online marketplace, consumers should discontinue use of the helmet immediately due to the identified risk of insufficient head protection.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy, as stated in the source data, is the removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. No specific instructions for a refund, replacement, or repair are provided in the recall notice. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is listed as “OtherCategory.” Consumers seeking a remedy should contact the seller or online marketplace from which the product was purchased, as the recall notice does not specify a direct manufacturer remedy program.

6. Contact Information
– Case Number: SR/01900/26
– EU Safety Gate Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099410
– Notifying Country: Germany
– Manufacturer/Brand Contact: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Online Marketplace: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.

Additional Information from Source Data:
– Category: Protective equipment
– Type: Consumer
– Level: Serious risk
– Description: Foldable bicycle helmet.
– Pictures: Multiple images are available via the EU Safety Gate portal (reference numbers 11013219 through 11013227).

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