Biltwell El Fuerte Helmet Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 12E042000
Manufacturer: Biltwell Inc.
Manufactured Begin Date: July 1st, 2012
Manufactured End Date: July 31st, 2012
Date of Owner Notification: October 25th, 2012

Defect Summary:
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."

Consequence Summary:
By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Summary:
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].

Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.