Recall 17E027000: Equipment, Motorcycle, Helmets

NHTSA recall 17E027000 · announced May 16, 2017 · Daytona · 2,454 units affected

The problem

Daytona Helmets International (Daytona) is recalling certain Skull Cap D1, D3 and D6 Helmets in sizes 3XS through 4XL manufactured during May 2015. These helmets may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a motorcycle crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the helmet may not adequately protect the wearer, increasing their risk of injury.

What to do

Daytona will notify owners, and dealers will replace the helmets, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2017. Owners may contact Daytona customer service at 1-800-452-5745.

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.