Fuel Helmets is recalling certain SH-WS001 motorcycle helmets
— Recall Campaign #22E009000
Fuel Helmets is recalling certain SH-WS001 motorcycle helmets, part number SH-WS0016, size Large. The helmet may not adequately protect the wearer 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 number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
The recall was influenced by the Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance with about 1,431 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
22E009000
| Manufacturer: | Fuel Helmets |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 16, 2022 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 22E009000 |
| Units affected: | 1,431 |
- Description:
- Fuel Helmets is recalling certain SH-WS001 motorcycle helmets, part number SH-WS0016, size Large. The helmet may not adequately protect the wearer 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 number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
- Consequeces:
- A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Fuel Helmets will notify owners, and provide a credit to replace the helmet or reimburse the cost of the helmet. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022 Owners may contact Fuel Helmets customer service at 1-855-355-3835.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.