GLX GLX 501C Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
GLX 501C
Brand
GLX
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
GALAXY HELMETS & ACCESSORIES is recalling certain GLX 501C equipment due to equipment:motorcycle:helmets issues. THE WEARER OF A NONCOMPLIANT HELMET CAN SUSTAIN SERIOUS INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
GALAXY HELMETS AND ACCESSORIES (GALAXY HELMETS) IS RECALLING CERTAIN GLX 501C EXTRA LARGE MOTORCYCLE HELMETS. THESE HELMETS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE IMPACT REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD (FMVSS) NO. 218, "MOTORCYCLE HELMETS."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
THE WEARER OF A NONCOMPLIANT HELMET CAN SUSTAIN SERIOUS INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
GALAXY HELMETS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE HELMETS WILL BE MODIFIED TO BRING THEM INTO COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS NO. 218 FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 7, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GALAXY HELMETS AT 1-626-359-0900.
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