9999 DEALERLEATHER 200 SERIES Recall

Campaign:: 08E024000 on 03/24/2008
Component:: Equipment:motorcycle:helmets
Affected:: 48,059
Defect:: Ebl enterprises is recalling an undetermined quantity of motorcycle helmets, 100 series and 200 series (xl), for failing to conform to the impact attenuation, penetration, and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, motorcycle helmets.
Consequence:: In the event of a crash, the helmet wearer may become seriously injured without adequate protection.
Correction:: Dealerleather will offer a refund or replace any noncompliant helmet with a helmet that meets federal standards. the recall began on may 9, 2008.
Notes:: Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.