Nexx X.G10 Motorcycle Helmet: Equipment recall

What's wrong

Nexxpro-Fabrica de Capacetes, S.A. (Nexxpro) is recalling certain NEXX X.G10 helmets, sizes M and S. The helmets may have been manufactured without an extra carbon layer and may not provide adequate protection in the event of a head impact during a crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

Why it matters

A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Nexxpro will replace the helmets, free of charge. Owners may contact Nexxpro customer service at 1-800-461-1226.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.