9999 KBC MAGNUM (SM) Recall

Campaign:: 09E037000 on 06/07/2009
Component:: Equipment:motorcycle:helmets
Affected:: 2,964
Defect:: Kbc america is recalling 2,964 magnum motorcycle helmets, sizes xs, sm, and md manufactured in 2007 and 2008. certain helmets fail to conform with the penetration requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."
Consequence:: In the event of a crash the wearer may not be adequately protected, possibly resulting in injury.
Correction:: Kbc america will notify owners and offer a free replacement helmet. the recall began on july 14, 2009. owners may contact kbc america at 1-818-526-7771.
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> .