Bell Sports Helmet Head & Brain Injury Lawsuit Lawyers

How Recalled Helmets Sold at Major Retailers May Fail to Prevent Head Injuries and What Victims Need to Know

More than 31,000 Bell Sports bicycle helmets sold nationwide have been recalled due to a failure to meet the federal safety standard for impact protection. This recall affects a wide range of helmets sold at popular retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon between September 2024 and May 2025. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has warned that these helmets may not protect users from head injuries during a crash, a risk that defeats the very purpose of wearing a helmet.

Consumers who purchased the affected models are being instructed to stop using them immediately. Bell Sports is offering full refunds in exchange for proof of product destruction. While no injuries have yet been reported, the potential for life-altering trauma remains real—especially for children, who are often among the most vulnerable cyclists.

Our law firm is closely monitoring this situation. If you or a loved one has suffered a head injury while using a recalled Bell Sports helmet, you may have legal grounds to seek compensation.

What the Recall Means for You and Your Family

The federal safety recall of Bell Sports helmets is a critical alert to any New Yorker who purchased a bike helmet over the past year. According to the CPSC, the helmets in question failed to meet basic safety standards designed to reduce the risk of skull fractures, traumatic brain injuries, and other serious harm. These standards are not optional—they are legally mandated to ensure consumer protection.

The recall includes several models:

• Model B0494Y (Axle) – Manufactured 09/24
• Model B0605C (Cadence) – Manufactured 08/24–10/24
• Model Rev & Frenzy – Manufactured 08/24–09/24
• Model B0605Y (Cadence, Passage) – Manufactured 08/24–10/24

If you own one of these helmets, stop using it immediately. Helmets should have a sticker inside listing the model number and manufacturing date in MM/YY format. Photos of the damaged helmet with cut-off straps must be sent to Bell Sports to claim a refund. But a refund won’t cover your medical bills, lost wages, or future care if the helmet failed during a fall or accident.

The Legal Liability of Helmet Manufacturers

Helmet manufacturers like Bell Sports have a legal duty to design, manufacture, and test their products to ensure they meet federally required safety standards. When a product fails that standard, the manufacturer can be held legally responsible if a user is injured as a result. This responsibility extends beyond the point of sale—it includes continued safety throughout the product’s reasonable lifespan.

If you or your child wore one of the recalled helmets and experienced a fall or collision where the helmet failed to prevent injury, legal recourse may be available. Product liability claims in New York typically require proof that:

• The product was defective or unreasonably dangerous;
• The defect existed at the time the product left the manufacturer;
• The defect caused the injury or worsened its severity;
• You used the product as intended or in a foreseeable way.

Our attorneys can help gather evidence, identify violations of federal safety laws, and pursue claims against the responsible parties.

Types of Injuries Associated with Helmet Failure

Bicycle helmet failure can lead to catastrophic injuries. Helmets are the primary barrier between a cyclist’s head and the pavement or other objects in a crash. When a helmet does not perform properly, riders can suffer:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Skull fractures
• Concussions with lasting symptoms
• Neck and spinal trauma
• Severe lacerations or facial fractures
• Long-term cognitive, speech, or motor impairments

Children and older adults are especially vulnerable to permanent damage. Even if emergency care was received, the long-term effects of a head injury can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating.

What to Do If You or a Loved One Was Injured

If a family member was injured while wearing a recalled Bell Sports helmet, it is crucial to act quickly. Medical records, the damaged helmet, and any eyewitness accounts or photos from the incident can provide key evidence. Do not throw away the helmet until it has been inspected for legal purposes, even if Bell Sports requests the straps be cut.

Your family may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Permanent disability
• Wrongful death damages (in fatal cases)

The legal process can be complex, especially when dealing with a large manufacturer. Working with a personal injury law firm that understands New York product liability law can make all the difference in the outcome of your case.

How Parker Waichman LLP Can Help

Our law firm is currently reviewing claims from families affected by the Bell Sports helmet recall. We have handled product liability cases involving defective safety gear, children’s products, and high-volume consumer recalls. Our goal is to help families pursue fair compensation and hold negligent manufacturers accountable.

There is no cost to speak with our team. We offer a free consultation and only get paid if we win your case. Time is limited to file a product liability lawsuit, so we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For a Free Case Review

If you or someone in your family has suffered a head injury while wearing a recalled Bell Sports helmet, Parker Waichman LLP is here to help. Our product liability attorneys are investigating these claims on behalf of injured victims nationwide. Call us for a free consultation at 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529). You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, pain, lost wages, and more. Do not wait—preserve your rights and let us help you hold the manufacturer accountable for the harm caused by unsafe products. Regardless of your location or where your injury occurred, our nationwide product injury law firm is ready to assist you.