9999 GLX 501C Recall

Campaign:: 12E019000 on 05/02/2012
Component:: Equipment:motorcycle:helmets
Affected:: 747
Defect:: Galaxy helmets and accessories (galaxy helmets) is recalling certain glx 501c extra large motorcycle helmets. these helmets fail to conform to the impact requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
Consequence:: The wearer of a noncompliant helmet can sustain serious injuries in the event of a crash.
Correction:: Galaxy helmets will notify owners and the helmets will be modified to bring them into compliance with fmvss no. 218 free of charge. the safety recall began on june 7, 2012. owners may contact galaxy helmets at 1-626-359-0900.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .