Leather UP Xelement recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 31, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Strategic Sports, Ltd. recalls Leather UP Xelement

Recall number

16E024000

Brand / firm

Leather UP

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 540 units

Why it was recalled

An individuals head may not be fully protected when wearing this helmet, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

What was recalled

Strategic Sports, Ltd. (Strategic Sports) is recalling certain Leather Up XElement helmets, part numbers ST-559-12GB and 11FB, in sizes L, XL, and XXL, manufactured June 11, 2013, to August 30, 2013. The affected helmets may not adequately protect a user in the event of a crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

What to do

Strategic Sports will notify the owners and provide them with a full refund, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2016. Owners may contact Strategic Sports customer service at 1-619-861-8110.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.