Defect Description For Recall
All Sizes Of The Motorcycle Helmet, Models #100 And #100G, Manufactured By Helmet City (HCI) Between October 1, 2004, And April 29, 2005. These Helmets Fail The Retention Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, Motorcycle Helmets. The Stitching On The Right Side Ear Flap Is Insufficient.
Make Of Vehicle
HCI
Model Of Vehicle
100G
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05E034000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crash, The Ear Flap Can Rip, Leaving The Wearer Unprotected, Possibly Resulting In Head Injuries.
Fix Defect
HCI Will Notify Its Customers And Repair The Helmets By Adding Additional Stitching. The Recall Began On June 20, 2005. Owners May Contact HCI At 888-550-3731.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Helmet City
Start Of Manufacture
20041001
End Of Manufacture
20050429
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
36855
Date Owners Notified
20050620
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Helmet City, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050518
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218