Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E006000 Reported February 10, 2003

Afx/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets with weak spots

Afx North America, Inc. · Equipment · 30,478 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03E006000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Afx North America, Inc.
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
30,478
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
February 10, 2003

Defect Summary

Model fx-3 motorcycle helmets manufactured prior to april 2002. the molding process unique to this model requires injection of the liner into the shell which left weak spots in the front of the helmet. this does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the helmet may not adequately protect the wearer from serious injury or possible death.

Corrective Action

Afx has notified its dealers and will replace the affected helmets with a 100% compliant helmet free of charge. notification to known customers began march 3, 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact afx at 519-686-6477 or for more information about the recall, customers can visit afx's website at afxhelmets.com.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Afx North America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03E006000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03E006000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03E006000?

NHTSA recall 03E006000 was issued by Afx North America, Inc. on February 10, 2003. It addresses: Afx/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets with weak spots. The recall affects approximately 30,478 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Afx North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E006000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.