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Biltwell Equipment recall
Recalled October 12, 2012 · NHTSA recall 12E042000 · Biltwell
Hazard
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
Biltwell will notify owners and repurchase the helmets including return shipping costs. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Biltwell at 1-951-699-1500 ext 803 or send an email to [email protected].
Units
3,480 units
Description
Biltwell Inc. is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model El Fuerte, sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, manufactured in July 2012, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation and labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
What to do
Biltwell will notify owners and repurchase the helmets including return shipping costs. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Biltwell at 1-951-699-1500 ext 803 or send an email to [email protected].
Product
Biltwell EL FUERTE HELMET
Manufacturer(s)
Biltwell Custom Motorcycle Corp
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →