Helmet City, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #05E034000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05E034000 by Helmet City, Inc.. Includes 36,855 affected units, FMVSS 218/INSUFFICIENT STITCHING OF THE EAR FLAP, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

All sizes of the motorcycle helmet, models #100 and #100g, manufactured by helmet city (hci) between october 1, 2004, and april 29, 2005. these helmets fail the retention requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, motorcycle helmets. the stitching on the right side ear flap is insufficient.

Corrective Action

Hci will notify its customers and repair the helmets by adding additional stitching. the recall began on june 20, 2005. owners may contact hci at 888-550-3731.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05E034000

Manufacturer: Helmet City, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2005-05-18T00:00:00

Subject: Fmvss 218/insufficient stitching of the ear flap

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 36,855

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: All sizes of the motorcycle helmet, models #100 and #100g, manufactured by helmet city (hci) between october 1, 2004, and april 29, 2005. these helmets fail the retention requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, motorcycle helmets. the stitching on the right side ear flap is insufficient.

Consequence Summary: In the event of a crash, the ear flap can rip, leaving the wearer unprotected, possibly resulting in head injuries.

Corrective Action: Hci will notify its customers and repair the helmets by adding additional stitching. the recall began on june 20, 2005. owners may contact hci at 888-550-3731.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 05E034000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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