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🧸 Product FR March 25, 2026

askara — gilet de protection saferide

a la suite de récents tests de résistance effectués au regard de la norme en 13158 niv. 3 en janvier 2026, le gilet de protection saferide serait susceptible de ne pas respecter les exigences de performance de protection contre les chocs attendus.

📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
askara — gilet de protection saferide
📷 DGCCRF / Rappel Conso · Source
The Saferide protective vest may not meet the expected shock protection standards after recent tests. Do not use this product, contact the point of sale, and destroy it.
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8 days in total
May 19, 2026 May 27, 2026
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What is this? This is a sports vest called Saferide made by Askara. It is meant to protect the wearer from injuries.

What's happening? Tests show the vest may not protect well in a crash. It may not absorb shocks as it should.

Does this affect me? If you own this vest, you may be at risk. It was sold in France.

What should I do? Stop using it now. Return it to where you bought it or throw it away. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you need help.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: sports-loisirs · Category: equipements de sports et de loisirs · Hazard: blessures · a la suite de récents tests de résistance effectués au regard de la norme en 13158 niv. 3 en janvier 2026, le gilet de protection saferide serait susceptible de ne pas respecter les exigences de performance de protection contre les chocs attendus. · absorption réduite des chocs · À faire: ne plus utiliser le produit · contacter le point de vente · détruire le produit

First published
March 25, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/21754/interne

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What is this product recall alert about?
askara — gilet de protection saferide. The Saferide protective vest may not meet the expected shock protection standards after recent tests. Do not use this product, contact the point of sale, and destroy it.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 25, 2026 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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