Defect Description For Recall
Certain Medium Size Z1R Metro Motorcycle Helmets Manufactured January 15, 2004, Through September 30, 2004. These Helmets Fail To Conform To The Penetration Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, Motorcycle Helmets.
Make Of Vehicle
HJC CORP
Model Of Vehicle
Z1R METRO
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
06E031000
Component Description
Equipment:Motorcycle:Helmets
Effect Of Defect
In The Event Of A Crash, The Wearer May Not Be Adequately Protected, Possibly Resulting In Serious Injury Or Death.
Fix Defect
HJC America Will Notify Owners And Replace The Helmets Free Of Charge. The Recall Is Expected To Begin During May 2006. Owners May Contact HJC America At 562-407-2186.
Vehicle Manufacturer
HJC America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20040115
End Of Manufacture
20050930
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
4806
Date Owners Notified
20060518
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
HJC America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060418
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218