Biltwell Custom Motorcycle Corp | NHTSA Recall #12E042000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E042000 by Biltwell Custom Motorcycle Corp. Affecting motorcycle helmets, model el fuerte, sizes xs, s, m, l, xl, xxl, manufactured in july 2012, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no Includes 3,480 affected units, Motorcycle Helmet/FMVSS 218, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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motorcycle helmets, model el fuerte, sizes xs, s, m, l, xl, xxl, manufactured in july 2012, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no

Defect Summary

Biltwell inc. Is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model el fuerte, sizes xs, s, m, l, xl, xxl, manufactured in july 2012, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Corrective Action

Biltwell will notify owners and repurchase the helmets including return shipping costs. the safety recall began on october 25, 2012. owners may contact biltwell at 1-951-699-1500 ext 803 or send an email to recall@biltwell.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12E042000
Report Received Date: 2012-10-12T00:00:00
Subject: Motorcycle helmet/fmvss 218
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 3,480

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Biltwell inc. Is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model el fuerte, sizes xs, s, m, l, xl, xxl, manufactured in july 2012, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
Consequence Summary: By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action: Biltwell will notify owners and repurchase the helmets including return shipping costs. the safety recall began on october 25, 2012. owners may contact biltwell at 1-951-699-1500 ext 803 or send an email to recall@biltwell.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12E042000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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