Safety Recall NHTSA · 12E031000 Reported August 24, 2012

Motorcycle helmet/fmvss 218

Calhome Inc., Dba T-motorsports · Equipment · 398 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12E031000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
398
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
August 24, 2012

Defect Summary

Calhome inc., dba t-motorsports, is recalling certain motorcycle helmets, model hy-803 size xl, for failing to conform to the impact attenuation, retention, and labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 218, "motorcycle helmets."

Safety Consequence

By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.

Corrective Action

T-motorsports will notify owners and repair the helmets free of charge. the safety recall began on september 14, 2012. owners may contact t-motorsports at 1-626-388-9898.

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 Calhome Inc., Dba T-motorsports dealer and reference recall ID 12E031000 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 12E031000

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

What is recall 12E031000?

NHTSA recall 12E031000 was issued by Calhome Inc., Dba T-motorsports on August 24, 2012. It addresses: Motorcycle helmet/fmvss 218. The recall affects approximately 398 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Calhome Inc., Dba T-motorsports dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12E031000 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.