Tegol, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12E051000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E051000 by Tegol, Inc.. Affecting motorcycle helmets, models ax-30010 outlaw carbon tech glossy, ax-30020 outlaw carbon tech matte, and ax-30030 outlaw carbon tech red, all sizes Includes 5,841 affected units, Motorcycle Helmets/FMVSS 218, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmotorcycle helmets, models ax-30010 outlaw carbon tech glossy, ax-30020 outlaw carbon tech matte, and ax-30030 outlaw carbon tech red, all sizes
Defect Summary
Tegol, inc. (tegol) is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, models ax-30010 outlaw carbon tech glossy, ax-30020 outlaw carbon tech matte, and ax-30030 outlaw carbon tech red, all sizes. the helmets fail to conform to the impact attenuation, penetration, labeling, and retention requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
Corrective Action
Tegol will notify owners and will either replace any noncompliant helmet or offer a full refund. the recall began on january 14, 2013. owners may contact tegol's recall hotline toll-free at 1-866-371-0281.