Defect Description For Recall
Model Fx-3 Motorcycle Helmets Manufactured Prior To April 2002. The Chin Strap Was Sewn With One Bar Tack As Apposed To Two Bar Tacks. This Does Not Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Make Of Vehicle
AFX
Model Of Vehicle
FX-3
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
03E007000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crash, The Helmet May Not Adequately Protect The Wearer From Serious Injury Or Possible Death.
Fix Defect
AFX Has Notified Its Dealers And Will Replace The Affected Helmets With A 100% Compliant Helmet Free Of Charge. Notification To Known Customers Began March 3, 2003. Owners Who Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact AFX At 519-686-6477 Or For More Information About The Recall, Customers Can Visit AFX’S Website At AFXhelmets.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
AFX North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
20020430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
30478
Date Owners Notified
20030303
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
AFX North America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20030210
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218