NHTSA recall 18E036000 · Equipment
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The defect
Fuel Helmets (Fuel) is recalling certain Open Face helmets, part number SH-OF0016 in size Large and SH-OF0017 in size Extra Large manufactured June 2015-April 2017. The affected helmets may not adequately protect the wearer's head in the event of an impact, and an object may penetrate the helmet. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
The risk
A helmet that fails to meet the safety requirements can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The remedy
Fuel Helmets will notify owners and replace the helmet, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2018. Owners may contact Fuel customer service at 1-855-355-3835.