Vega Xts — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets
Published December 27, 2012 · Recall initiated: December 20, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12E056000, published December 27, 2012 and initiated December 20, 2012. Recalling firm: Vega Helmet Corporation; Vega Xts — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets.
What's the hazard
Vega Helmet Corporation (Vega) is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model XTS, sizes L, XL, and XXL manufactured from May 2011 through October 2012. These helmets may fail to conform to the impact attenuation requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What to do
Vega will notify dealers and post public notices about the recall. Any noncompliant helmet will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2013. Owners may contact Vega at 1-425-656-0683.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VEGA
- Model
- XTS
- Manufacturer
- Vega Helmet Corporation
- Lot
- VEGA XTS
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Vega Xts — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12E056000 on December 27, 2012. Reported hazard: Vega Helmet Corporation (Vega) is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model XTS, sizes L, XL, and XXL manufactured from May 2011 through October 2012. These helmets may fail to conform to the impact attenuation requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What should I do if I have this product?
Vega will notify dealers and post public notices about the recall. Any noncompliant helmet will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2013. Owners may contact Vega at 1-425-656-0683.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VEGA. Model: XTS.