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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18E074000

Vcan V531 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets

Published August 7, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 1, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18E074000, published August 7, 2018 and initiated August 1, 2018. Recalling firm: H&H Sports Protection; Vcan V531 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets.

What's the hazard

H&H Sports Protection (H&H Sports) is recalling certain VCAN V531 motorcycle helmets in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL. The helmet straps may not be properly sewn and, as a result, the helmets may not stay secured to the rider's head in the event of a crash. Additionally, the labels have an incorrect manufacturer's name. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets.

What to do

The affected helmets were sold through Amazon. H&H Sports will notify the owners, and instruct them to return the helmets to Amazon. A complete refund of the purchase price and shipping costs will be provided free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Amazon customer service at 1-888-280-4331 or H&H Sports customer service at 1-626-444-0107 or by email at V531Recall@HHsportsprotection.com. .

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Recall details

Brand
VCAN
Model
V531
Manufacturer
H&H Sports Protection
Lot
VCAN V531
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Vcan V531 — Equipment: motorcycle: helmets recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18E074000 on August 7, 2018. Reported hazard: H&H Sports Protection (H&H Sports) is recalling certain VCAN V531 motorcycle helmets in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL. The helmet straps may not be properly sewn and, as a result, the helmets may not stay secured to the rider's head in the event of a crash. Additionally, the labels have an incorrect manufacturer's name. As such, these vehicles 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?

The affected helmets were sold through Amazon. H&H Sports will notify the owners, and instruct them to return the helmets to Amazon. A complete refund of the purchase price and shipping costs will be provided free of charge. The recall began August 7, 2018. Owners may contact Amazon customer service at 1-888-280-4331 or H&H Sports customer service at 1-626-444-0107 or by email at V531Recall@HHsportsprotection.com. .

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VCAN. Model: V531.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)