NHTSA recall 25E040000 · Equipment
Equipment › Motorcycle › Helmets
Reported May 26, 202519,000 vehicles affectedMicro DOT Helmet Co.Built Jan 1, 2020 – Nov 11, 2024
The defect
Micro DOT Helmet Co. (Micro DOT) is recalling certain Blister and Twister original helmets, sizes XXS - XXL. The helmets may lack proper penetration 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 protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The remedy
Micro DOT will replace the helmets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2025. Owners may contact Micro DOT customer service at 1-817-478-0497.