Helmet City, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16E010000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16E010000 by Helmet City, Inc.. Affecting model 115 german helmets, size xl, manufactured from april 1, 2014, through april 30, 2014 Includes 270 affected units, Helmet Straps may Stretch Under Load/FMVSS 218, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model 115 german helmets, size xl, manufactured from april 1, 2014, through april 30, 2014

Defect Summary

Helmet city, inc. (hci) is recalling certain model 115 german helmets, size xl, manufactured from april 1, 2014, through april 30, 2014. during a load situation such as during a crash, the straps that secure the affected helmets may stretch excessively. as such, these helmets fail to comply with the retention requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Corrective Action

Hci will notify owners and will replace the model 115 helmets with a model 100 helmet, free of charge. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact hci customer service at 1-888-550-3731. hci's number for this recall is 115 xl (apr 2014).

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16E010000

Manufacturer: Helmet City, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-02-04T00:00:00

Subject: Helmet straps may stretch under load/fmvss 218

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 270

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 115 XL (Apr 2014)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Helmet city, inc. (hci) is recalling certain model 115 german helmets, size xl, manufactured from april 1, 2014, through april 30, 2014. during a load situation such as during a crash, the straps that secure the affected helmets may stretch excessively. as such, these helmets fail to comply with the retention requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Consequence Summary: If the helmet straps stretch significantly in the event of a crash, the helmet may not remain secured to the user's head increasing their risk of injury.

Corrective Action: Hci will notify owners and will replace the model 115 helmets with a model 100 helmet, free of charge. the recall began on february 19, 2016. owners may contact hci customer service at 1-888-550-3731. hci's number for this recall is 115 xl (apr 2014).

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 2.26

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NHTSA ID: 16E010000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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