Fuel Helmets SH-WS001 (Fuel) – inadequate protection (2022)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
FUEL HELMETS SH-WS001
Brand
FUEL HELMETS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Fuel Helmets is recalling certain FUEL HELMETS SH-WS001 equipment due to equipment:motorcycle:helmets issues. A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Fuel Helmets is recalling certain SH-WS001 motorcycle helmets, part number SH-WS0016, size Large. The helmet may not adequately protect the wearer in the event of a head impact during a crash. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A helmet that does not provide adequate impact protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Fuel Helmets will notify owners, and provide a credit to replace the helmet or reimburse the cost of the helmet. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022 Owners may contact Fuel Helmets customer service at 1-855-355-3835.
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