Recall 14E079000: Equipment, Motorcycle, Helmets

NHTSA recall 14E079000 · announced November 19, 2014 · Afx · 4,074 units affected

The problem

AFX North America, Inc. (AFX) is recalling certain model FX-76 motorcycle helmets sizes L, XL, and XXL manufactured March 30, 2013, to October 31, 2013. The affected helmets failed the sample test for single impact. Thus, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 218, "Motorcycle helmets."

The risk

In the event of a vehicle crash, the rider could face serious injury if there is significant impact.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began January 14,2015. Owners may contact AFX customer service at 1-519-686-6477.

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.