Vega Helmet Cfs 7590 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets
Published April 8, 2016 · Recall initiated: April 8, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16E032000, published April 8, 2016. Recalling firm: Soaring Helmet Corporation; Vega Helmet Cfs 7590 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets.
What's the hazard
Soaring Helmet Corporation (Soaring) is recalling certain Vega CFS helmets, part number 7590, in all sizes, manufactured April 1, 2011, to April 29, 2011. The affected helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a head impact during 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
Since the helmet purchasers are unknown, a notification was placed on the Vega website on May 4, 2016. Retailers will exchange the helmets for a different Vega helmet or offer a refund, free of charge. Owners may contact Soaring at 1-425-656-0683.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VEGA HELMET
- Model
- CFS 7590
- Manufacturer
- Soaring Helmet Corporation
- Lot
- VEGA HELMET CFS 7590
- Risk classification
- E
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Vega Helmet Cfs 7590 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16E032000 on April 8, 2016. Reported hazard: Soaring Helmet Corporation (Soaring) is recalling certain Vega CFS helmets, part number 7590, in all sizes, manufactured April 1, 2011, to April 29, 2011. The affected helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a head impact during 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?
Since the helmet purchasers are unknown, a notification was placed on the Vega website on May 4, 2016. Retailers will exchange the helmets for a different Vega helmet or offer a refund, free of charge. Owners may contact Soaring 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 HELMET. Model: CFS 7590.