As a lawyer who frequently represents bicyclists who are seriously injured in bicycle collisions, including the cyclists who sustained catastrophic brain injuries in the 2008 and 2010 El Tour de Tucson, despite wearing approved bicycle helmets, I paid particular interest of the recall notice of bicycle helmets manufactured by Louis Garneau USA. The recall involves the Louis Garneau P-09 aerodynamic bicycle helmets with model number 1405362. The word “Garneau” is located on both sides of the helmet. Recalled helmets have the manufacture date “Jan. 2014” on a sticker inside the helmet. The reason for the recall is that in cold temperatures, the helmet can fail to protect the wearer from impact injuries. Consumers have been notified to immediately stop using the recalled helmets, which cost between $280 to $350, and return them to Louis Garneau USA for a refund or replacement.

If you or someone close to you has been seriously injured in a bicycle collision, please call Phoenix Arizona bicycle injury attorney Steve Leshner for a free consultation.