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Motorcycle Equipment Recall - Allwin LS2 Helmet

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  14E072000
Component:  Equipment
Manufacturer:  Allwin Powersports Corp
Recall Date: 11/05/2014
Potential Number of Units Affected: 540
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
Allwin Powersports Corp (Allwin) is recalling certain model LS2 helmets model HH566 casing carbon helmets , sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, and XXL manufactured January 2011, to January 2012. The helmets do not meet the minimum performance requirements of the penetration test in ambient and high temperatures. Thus, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
Consequence Summary:
The helmets may not adequately protect a rider in the event of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Allwin will notify owners, and dealers will replace the helmets with new helmets, free of charge. Owners may contact Allwin customer service at 1-888-968-9888 or email to LS2info@ls2helmets.us.

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