Defect Description For Recall
Vega Helmet Corporation (Vega) Is Recalling Certain Motorcycle Helmets, Model Xts, Sizes L, Xl, And Xxl Manufactured From May 2011 Through October 2012. These Helmets May Fail To Conform To The Impact Attenuation Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, “Motorcycle Helmets.”
Make Of Vehicle
VEGA
Model Of Vehicle
XTS
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
12E056000
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
Vega Will Notify Dealers And Post Public Notices About The Recall. Any Noncompliant Helmet Will Be Replaced, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began January 11, 2013. Owners May Contact Vega At 1-425-656-0683.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Vega Helmet Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20110501
End Of Manufacture
20121031
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
14109
Date Owners Notified
20130111
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Vega Helmet Corporation
Date Report Received
20121220
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
218