NHTSA recall 13E007000 · Equipment
Equipment › Motorcycle › Helmets
Reported Feb 8, 20135,448 vehicles affectedFulmer Helmets, Inc.Built Jul 1, 2008 – Jul 31, 2008
The defect
Fulmer Helmets, Inc. (Fulmer) is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, models AF-80, AF-81, and AF-82, sizes medium, large, XL, and 2XL. During testing, the affected helmets fail to conform to the impact attenuation, penetration, labeling, and retention requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
The risk
By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The remedy
Fulmer will replace any helmet or offer a reimbursement for any noncompliant helmet. The recall began on April 1, 2013. Owners may contact Fulmer toll-free at 1-800-489-2300.