Recall 12E040000: Equipment, Motorcycle, Helmets

NHTSA recall 12E040000 · announced October 11, 2012 · Daytona · 796 units affected

The problem

Daytona Helmets International (Daytona Helmets) is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model DC1, sizes XS-2XL, manufactured in October 2010. Due to an improper fiberglass construction, the helmets fail to conform to the impact and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

The risk

By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

What to do

Daytona Helmets International will notify owners and replace or modify the helmets free of charge. The safety recall began on December 6, 2012. Owners may contact Daytona Helmets International at 1-386-255-3505.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.