OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL
13E025000
Equipment:motorcycle:helmets
Reported May 14, 2013 · KBC America, Inc.
Summary
KBC America, Inc. (KBC) is recalling certain Harley-Davidson Hybrid C/C Half Motorcycle Helmets, sizes L, XL, and XXL manufactured in March 2011. During testing, the affected helmets failed to conform to the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
Consequence
By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Owners will be offered a full refund. The recall began on June 5, 2013. Customers may contact harley-Davidson Motor Company at 1-800-258-2464 or KBC at 1-818-526-7771.
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.
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Vehicle entries in this campaign
This is model-level recall history. It does not confirm whether a particular VIN is affected or has received the repair. Check with NHTSA ↗