Fmvss 218/penetration/label/retention/attenuation
Defect Summary
Certain s, m, l, xl, and xxl doing industry co., motorcycle helmets, model dy0401, manufactured between march 1, 2005, and july 1, 2006. the helmets were imported by chinex apparel, inc., and sold in the us by hot leather/good sports as model numbers nh30, nh31, nh32, nh53, nh54, nh55, and nh56. these helmets fail to comply with the penetration, impact attenuation, retention, and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, motorcycle helmets.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the wearer of this model helmet may be seriously injured or killed.
Corrective Action
Chinex will notify owners and offer a replacement helmet that complies with fmvss 218. in the meantime, owners should not use the noncompliant helmet. the recall is expected to begin on october 10, 2006. owners may contact chinex at 212-868-6766.
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FAQ: Recall 06E074000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06E074000?
NHTSA recall 06E074000 was issued by Chinex Apparel, Inc. on August 28, 2006. It addresses: Fmvss 218/penetration/label/retention/attenuation. The recall affects approximately 18,419 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chinex Apparel, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06E074000 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.