Defect Description For Recall
Galaxy Helmets And Accessories (Galaxy Helmets) Is Recalling Certain GLX 501C Extra Large Motorcycle Helmets. These Helmets Fail To Conform To The Impact Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) No. 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Make Of Vehicle
GLX
Model Of Vehicle
501C
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
12E019000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
The Wearer Of A Noncompliant Helmet Can Sustain Serious Injuries In The Event Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Galaxy Helmets Will Notify Owners And The Helmets Will Be Modified To Bring Them Into Compliance With Fmvss No. 218 Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 7, 2012. Owners May Contact Galaxy Helmets At 1-626-359-0900.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Galaxy Helmets & Accessories
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
747
Date Owners Notified
20120607
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Galaxy Helmets & Accessories
Date Report Received
20120502
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218