NHTSA-Equipment2016-02-04

Helmet City, Inc. — Helmet Straps may Stretch Under Load/FMVSS 218

Helmet City, Inc.
Hazard

If the helmet straps stretch significantly in the event of a crash, the helmet may not remain secured to the user's head increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy
HCI will notify owners and will replace the model 115 helmets with a model 100 helmet, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact HCI customer service at 1-888-550-3731. HCI's number for this recall is 115 XL (Apr 2014).
Affected count
270
Products
Helmet Straps may Stretch Under Load/FMVSS 218

Official notice

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16E010000

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