Safety Recall NHTSA · 03E049000 Reported October 14, 2003

Kbc/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets

Q: What is recall 03E049000?

NHTSA recall 03E049000 was issued by Kbc America, Inc. on October 14, 2003. It addresses: Kbc/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets. The recall affects approximately 2,446 vehicles , with the defect involving the Equipment component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Kbc America, Inc. · Equipment · 2,446 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03E049000

Manufacturer Campaign

06536.00002

Manufacturer

Kbc America, Inc.

Component

Equipment

Vehicles Affected

2,446

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

October 14, 2003

Defect Summary

Kbc tk-9 motorcycle helmets made with the ece liner, manufactured on december 8, 9, 10, 23, 26 and 27, 2002, and shipped to the united states on december 14 & 28, 2002, and january 13, 2003. these helmets do with the penetration test requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the wearer may not be adequaterly protected and could suffer serious injuries or possible death.

Corrective Action

Kbc will notify its customers and provide a replacement helmet which complies with fmvss 218 free of charge. notification began november 26, 2003. owners who do not receive a free remedy within a reasonable amount of time should contact kbc at 800-595-0080.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Kbc America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 03E049000 or campaign 06536.00002.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 03E049000

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

What is recall 03E049000?

NHTSA recall 03E049000 was issued by Kbc America, Inc. on October 14, 2003. It addresses: Kbc/fmvss 218/motorcycle helmets. The recall affects approximately 2,446 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kbc America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03E049000 or the manufacturer campaign number 06536.00002. 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.