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Motorcycle Equipment Recall - Suomy SPA Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  15E006000
Component:  Equipment
Manufacturer:  Suomy SPA
Recall Date: 02/13/2015
Potential Number of Units Affected: 390
Defect Summary:
Suomy SPA (Suomy) is recalling certain Apex-S1R-EX motorcycle helmets, sizes Extra Small, Small, and Medium manufactured January 1, 2013, to July 31, 2013. The affected motorcycle helmets may not meet the penetration requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a motorcycle crash, the wearer may not be adequately protected, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Summary:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. For more information owners may contact Suomy Motosport America Customer Relations by email at: Jim@Suomy.com

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