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Harley-davidson Equipment recall
Recalled May 14, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13E025000 · Harley-davidson
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
Owners will be offered a full refund. The recall began on June 5, 2013. Customers may contact harley-Davidson Motor Company at 1-800-258-2464 or KBC at 1-818-526-7771.
Units
456 units
Description
KBC America, Inc. (KBC) is recalling certain Harley-Davidson Hybrid C/C Half Motorcycle Helmets, sizes L, XL, and XXL manufactured in March 2011. During testing, the affected helmets failed to conform to the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
What to do
Owners will be offered a full refund. The recall began on June 5, 2013. Customers may contact harley-Davidson Motor Company at 1-800-258-2464 or KBC at 1-818-526-7771.
Product
Harley-davidson HYBRID C/C HALF HELMET
Manufacturer(s)
KBC America, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →