ACC Helmet Recall
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Road Warrior
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From: Sparks, NV
Another ACC Helmet Recall?
From their website, dated 3/26/10:
"This notice is provided to all purchasers or owners of Advanced Carbon Composites EXT-001, EXT-002 and EXT-003 models of motorcycle helmets, regardless of size and regardless of date acquired, in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act."
So, all "DOT" helmets are recalled and they are sending refunds? Anyone called them about it yet? I have two; I'm calling in the morning.
Read it here:
http://www.carbonfiberhelmets.com/recall.html
"This notice is provided to all purchasers or owners of Advanced Carbon Composites EXT-001, EXT-002 and EXT-003 models of motorcycle helmets, regardless of size and regardless of date acquired, in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act."
So, all "DOT" helmets are recalled and they are sending refunds? Anyone called them about it yet? I have two; I'm calling in the morning.
Read it here:
http://www.carbonfiberhelmets.com/recall.html
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Road Warrior
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I guess that explains why they say they won't repair or replace. I've had one of mine for over 4 years; if they need a receipt or something I'll be pissed. Like I kept that around since 2006...
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From: Oldsmar, FL
I've had mine for 3 years now and love it, but it was a lot of money to pay for a helmet that amounts to nothing more than a novelty helmet, according to the safety board. Guess I'll be on the phone to them tomorrow. At least with the refund, I should be able to buy something that will actually protect my skull.
Anyone have any suggestions for a similar style lightweight helmet??
Anyone have any suggestions for a similar style lightweight helmet??
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I've had mine for 3 years now and love it, but it was a lot of money to pay for a helmet that amounts to nothing more than a novelty helmet, according to the safety board. Guess I'll be on the phone to them tomorrow. At least with the refund, I should be able to buy something that will actually protect my skull.
Anyone have any suggestions for a similar style lightweight helmet??
Anyone have any suggestions for a similar style lightweight helmet??
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once i tried my ACC helmet on even with the DOT sticker I knew i had essentially a novelty helmet. not to mention it flies up like a parachute over 55, the chin strap with the quick disconnect routinely becomes loose and needs to be tightened several times during a ride. it isn't a good helmet IMO if i want to cruise around town i just wear a novelty helmet, if i'm riding longer and on freeways i use one that would actually work well.
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once i tried my ACC helmet on even with the DOT sticker I knew i had essentially a novelty helmet. not to mention it flies up like a parachute over 55, the chin strap with the quick disconnect routinely becomes loose and needs to be tightened several times during a ride. it isn't a good helmet IMO if i want to cruise around town i just wear a novelty helmet, if i'm riding longer and on freeways i use one that would actually work well.