Defect Description For Recall
Biltwell Inc. Is Recalling Certain Motorcycle Helmets, Model El Fuerte, Sizes Xs, S, M, L, Xl, Xxl, Manufactured In July 2012, For Failing To Conform To The Impact Attenuation And Labeling Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Make Of Vehicle
BILTWELL
Model Of Vehicle
EL FUERTE HELMET
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
12E042000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
By Wearing A Noncompliant Helmet, The User May Not Be Adequately Protected In The Event Of A Crash, Increasing The Risk Of Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Biltwell Will Notify Owners And Repurchase The Helmets Including Return Shipping Costs. The Safety Recall Began On October 25, 2012. Owners May Contact Biltwell At 1-951-699-1500 Ext 803 Or Send An Email To Recall@Biltwell.Com.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Biltwell Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20120701
End Of Manufacture
20120731
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
3480
Date Owners Notified
20121025
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Biltwell Inc.
Date Report Received
20121012
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218