NHTSA recall 09E017000 · Equipment
Equipment › Motorcycle › Helmets
Reported Apr 23, 200910,780 vehicles affectedADVANCED CARBON COMPOSITES INC.
The defect
Advanced carbon composites, inc. (Acc) IS recalling certain ext-003 motorcycle helmets, sizes s/m, M/L, and l/xl. these helmets fail to conform to the penetration requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the wearer may not be adequately protected, possibly resulting serious injuries or death.
The remedy
Acc will notify owners and repair the noncompliant helmets free of charge. the safety recall began on august 27, 2009. owners may contact acc toll-free at 1-800-300-9813.