Recall 26E061000: Equipment, Motorcycle, Helmets

NHTSA recall 26E061000 · announced August 26, 2026 · Bell · 400 units affected

The problem

Bell Sports, Inc. (Bell) is recalling certain Pit Boss helmets, size medium, that were manufactured between January 1, 2025 and January 31, 2025. The helmets may lack proper impact protection. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

The risk

A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury in a crash.

What to do

Bell will replace the helmet or reimburse owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 7, 2026. Owners may contact Bell's customer service at 1-800-216-9446.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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