Bell MAG-8 (Bell) – Motorcycle Helmet Risk (2010)
This product may cause injury under certain conditions.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
BELL MAG-8
Brand
BELL
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
BELL HELMENTS, USA is recalling certain BELL MAG-8 equipment due to equipment:motorcycle:helmets issues. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE HELMET MAY NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECT THE WEARER OF THE HELMET, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
BELL HELMETS IS RECALLING CERTAIN BELL MAG-8 MOTORCYCLE HELMETS, SIZES XL AND XXL, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2006 THROUGH MARCH 2010. THESE HELMETS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE IMPACT ATTENUATION REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 218, "MOTORCYCLE HELMETS."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE HELMET MAY NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECT THE WEARER OF THE HELMET, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
BELL HELMETS WILL PROVIDE OWNERS A FREE REPLACEMENT HELMET. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 25, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BELL HELMETS AT 1-866-892-6059.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026