Helmet City, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2016

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Helmet City, Inc. in 2016. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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February 4, 2016

(Campaign #: 100 XL/M (dec 2013))

Helmets may not Meet Impact Requirements/FMVSS 218

Helmet City, Inc. (HCI) is recalling certain model 100 motorcycle helmets, sizes Medium and X-Large, both in Gloss Black, manufactured from December 1, 2013, through December 31, 2013. The affected helmets may not be strong enough to adequately protect a user's head in an impact. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the impact attenuation and penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

NHTSA ID: 16E008000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 900

Consequence Summary:

The wearer of the helmet may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of serious injury.

Corrective Action:

HCI will notify owners and will provide a replacement model 100 helmet, free of charge. HCI will replace the noncompliant helmets free of charge. Owners may contact HCI customer service at 1-888-550-3731. HCI's number for this recall is 100 XL/M (dec 2013).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 7.25

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February 4, 2016

(Campaign #: 115 XL (Apr 2014))

Helmet Straps may Stretch Under Load/FMVSS 218

Helmet City, Inc. (HCI) is recalling certain model 115 German helmets, size XL, manufactured from April 1, 2014, through April 30, 2014. During a load situation such as during a crash, the straps that secure the affected helmets may stretch excessively. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the retention requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

NHTSA ID: 16E010000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 270

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

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).

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 2.26

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