Bilt Helmet Bilt Vertex Stripes recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 13, 2023

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Comoto Holdings, Inc. recalls Bilt Helmet Bilt Vertex Stripes, Bilt Vertex, Bilt Vertex Parabola

Recall number

23E004000

Brand / firm

Bilt Helmet

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16,443 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was recalled

Comoto Holdings, Inc. (Comoto Holdings) is recalling certain Bilt Vertex BLH133, Bilt Vertex Parabola BLH141, and Bilt Vertex Stripes BLH134 helmets, in sizes SM, MD, LG, and XL. The helmets may lack retention system integrity and adequate penetration protection. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

What to do

Comoto Holdings will either provide a credit or replace the helmet, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 1, 2023. Owners may contact Comoto Holdings' customer service at 1-888-258-9530.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.