Hci 100 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets
Published February 4, 2016 · Recall initiated: February 4, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E008000, published February 4, 2016. Recalling firm: Helmet City, Inc.; Hci 100 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets.
What's the hazard
Helmet City, Inc. (HCI) is recalling certain model 100 motorcycle helmets, sizes Medium and X-Large, both in Gloss Black, manufactured from December 1, 2013, through December 31, 2013. The affected helmets may not be strong enough to adequately protect a user's head in an impact. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What to do
HCI will notify owners and will provide a replacement model 100 helmet, free of charge. HCI will replace the noncompliant helmets free of charge. Owners may contact HCI customer service at 1-888-550-3731. HCI's number for this recall is 100 XL/M (dec 2013).
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Recall details
- Brand
- HCI
- Model
- 100
- Manufacturer
- Helmet City, Inc.
- Lot
- HCI 100
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Hci 100 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E008000 on February 4, 2016. Reported hazard: Helmet City, Inc. (HCI) is recalling certain model 100 motorcycle helmets, sizes Medium and X-Large, both in Gloss Black, manufactured from December 1, 2013, through December 31, 2013. The affected helmets may not be strong enough to adequately protect a user's head in an impact. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.
What should I do if I have this product?
HCI will notify owners and will provide a replacement model 100 helmet, free of charge. HCI will replace the noncompliant helmets free of charge. Owners may contact HCI customer service at 1-888-550-3731. HCI's number for this recall is 100 XL/M (dec 2013).
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: HCI. Model: 100.