Afx North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14E079000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14E079000 by Afx North America, Inc.. Affecting model fx-76 motorcycle helmets sizes l, xl, and xxl manufactured march 30, 2013, to october 31, 2013 Includes 4,074 affected units, Single Impact Failure/FMVSS 218, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model fx-76 motorcycle helmets sizes l, xl, and xxl manufactured march 30, 2013, to october 31, 2013

Defect Summary

Afx north america, inc. (afx) is recalling certain model fx-76 motorcycle helmets sizes l, xl, and xxl manufactured march 30, 2013, to october 31, 2013. the affected helmets failed the sample test for single impact. thus, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Corrective Action

The remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began january 14,2015. Owners may contact afx customer service at 1-519-686-6477.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14E079000
Report Received Date: 2014-11-19T00:00:00
Subject: Single impact failure/fmvss 218
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 4,074

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Afx north america, inc. (afx) is recalling certain model fx-76 motorcycle helmets sizes l, xl, and xxl manufactured march 30, 2013, to october 31, 2013. the affected helmets failed the sample test for single impact. thus, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of the federal motor vehicle safety standards (fmvss) no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
Consequence Summary: In the event of a vehicle crash, the rider could face serious injury if there is significant impact.
Corrective Action: The remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began january 14,2015. Owners may contact afx customer service at 1-519-686-6477.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.63

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NHTSA ID: 14E079000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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