Gmax Gm78 Full Face Medium — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets
Published January 20, 2016 · Recall initiated: January 20, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E003000, published January 20, 2016. Recalling firm: GMAX Helmet LLC.; Gmax Gm78 Full Face Medium — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets.
What's the hazard
GMAX Helmet LLC (GMAX) is recalling certain GM78 Fullface helmets, size medium, manufactured between March 2012 and April 2014. The affected helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What to do
GMAX will notify dealers and customers will be offered to either exchange their helmet for any GMAX helmet or receive a full refund. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact GMAX customer service at 1-208-376-8400.
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Recall details
- Brand
- GMAX
- Model
- GM78 FULL FACE MEDIUM
- Manufacturer
- GMAX Helmet LLC.
- Lot
- GMAX GM78 FULL FACE MEDIUM
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Gmax Gm78 Full Face Medium — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E003000 on January 20, 2016. Reported hazard: GMAX Helmet LLC (GMAX) is recalling certain GM78 Fullface helmets, size medium, manufactured between March 2012 and April 2014. The affected helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What should I do if I have this product?
GMAX will notify dealers and customers will be offered to either exchange their helmet for any GMAX helmet or receive a full refund. The recall began on March 11, 2016. Owners may contact GMAX customer service at 1-208-376-8400.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: GMAX. Model: GM78 FULL FACE MEDIUM.