Afx North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #03E006000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03E006000 by Afx North America, Inc.. Includes 30,478 affected units, AFX/FMVSS 218/MOTORCYCLE HELMETS WITH WEAK SPOTS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Model fx-3 motorcycle helmets manufactured prior to april 2002. the molding process unique to this model requires injection of the liner into the shell which left weak spots in the front of the helmet. this does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Corrective Action

Afx has notified its dealers and will replace the affected helmets with a 100% compliant helmet free of charge. notification to known customers began march 3, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact afx at 519-686-6477 or for more information about the recall, customers can visit afx's website at afxhelmets.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03E006000

Manufacturer: Afx North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2003-02-10T00:00:00

Subject: Afx/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets with weak spots

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 30,478

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Model fx-3 motorcycle helmets manufactured prior to april 2002. the molding process unique to this model requires injection of the liner into the shell which left weak spots in the front of the helmet. this does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the helmet may not adequately protect the wearer from serious injury or possible death.

Corrective Action: Afx has notified its dealers and will replace the affected helmets with a 100% compliant helmet free of charge. notification to known customers began march 3, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact afx at 519-686-6477 or for more information about the recall, customers can visit afx's website at afxhelmets.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-wrrd_eyuc-9es4

NHTSA ID: 03E006000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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