The affected helmets may not be strong enough to adequately protect a user's head in an impact. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
The wearer of the helmet may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury.
900 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Equipment Recalls feature for more details.
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."
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.
270 units are affected.
Check out my Motorcycle Equipment Recalls feature for more details.
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