Safety Recall NHTSA · 17E050000 Reported September 7, 2017

Helmet may not stay fastened on head

J-tech Corporation · Equipment · 5,068 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17E050000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
5,068
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
September 7, 2017
Completion Rate
23.54

Defect Summary

J-tech corporation (j-tech) is recalling certain icon alliance dark, alliance gt rubatone, and alliance gt horror motorcycle helmets in sizes xs, s, m, l, xl, xxl, and xxxl. the helmets may have faulty stitching on the webbing possibly allowing the d-rings to separate from the chin strap.

Safety Consequence

In the event of a crash, the helmet may not stay secured to the rider's head, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

J-tech will notify owners, and will provide replacement helmets, free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2017. owners should contact parts unlimited at 1-800-369-1000 or by email at helmets@parts-unltd.com for information on returning the helmet for a replacement one.

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 J-tech Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 17E050000 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 17E050000

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

What is recall 17E050000?

NHTSA recall 17E050000 was issued by J-tech Corporation on September 7, 2017. It addresses: Helmet may not stay fastened on head. The recall affects approximately 5,068 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized J-tech Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17E050000 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.