Street & Steel Big Bore Helmet (xs) Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 13E046000
Manufacturer: Cycle Gear, Inc.
Manufactured Begin Date: December 1st, 2012
Manufactured End Date: December 31st, 2012
Date of Owner Notification: September 17th, 2013

Defect Summary:
Cycle Gear is recalling certain Street & Steel brand Big Bore model motorcycle helmets, sizes Extra Small and Small. The helmets were manufactured in December 2012. During testing, some of the affected helmets did not comply with the dwell time requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, the wearer may not be adequately protected, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Summary:
Cycle Gear will notify owners and provide a replacement helmet or reimbursement. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Cycle Gear by calling 1-800-292-5343 or emailing [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.