Dimensions Kids Bike Helmet with Bluetooth Speakers

Recall notice

In March 2022, Sakar International recalled this Dimensions Bluetooth Speaker Multi-Purpose Helmet, saying that it does not comply with the federal safety standard for bike helmets and poses a risk of head injury in the event of a fall. The helmets were sold nationwide at Walmart stores and Walmart.com from July 2020 through January 2022. No injuries have been reported. If you own this helmet, you should stop using it and contact Sakar for a free replacement helmet. For more information, read the Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2022/Sakar-International-Recalls-Dimensions-Bluetooth-Speaker-Multi-Purpose-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury-Sold-Exclusively-at-Walmart

Kids Bike Helmet with Bluetooth Speakers

This bicycle helmet is rated a Don't Buy: Safety Risk after the chinstrap buckle released in our routine testing. A buckle failure like this can allow the helmet to get pushed out of position during an accident so that it no longer offers any protection.

CR Expert Take

How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

CR rated the Dimensions Kids Bike Helmet with Bluetooth Speakers a Don’t Buy for its performance.

Don’t Buy

Current Range of Tested Bike Helmets

What goes into the Overall Score?

EXPERT LAB TESTS

Impact absorption

Ventilation

Fit adjustments

Ease of use

Color

About

The Dimensions Kids Bike Helmet with Bluetooth Speakers is part of the Bike Helmets test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Bike Helmets models like the Kids Bike Helmet with Bluetooth Speakers are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Impact absorption: The ability of a helmet to absorb impact forces in a crash, which reduces the rate of deceleration experienced by the head. Based on laboratory impact testing.

Ventilation: The evaluation of how well air flowing through the helmet provides cooling during rides. Based on actual usage and expert judgement.

Fit adjustments: The evaluation of the features and versatility of the retention system when adjusting the fit of the helmet. Based on expert judgment.