VEGA VEGA XTA HALF HELMET Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
VEGA XTA HALF HELMET
Brand
VEGA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Vega Helmet Corporation is recalling certain VEGA XTA HALF HELMET equipment due to equipment:motorcycle:helmets issues. In the event of a crash, the helmet may not adequately protect the wearer increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Vega Helmet Corporation (Vega) is recalling certain motorcycle half helmets, models XTA and XTA Touring in sizes L, XL, and XXL, manufactured from February 2013 through December 2014. The affected helmets may not adequately protect the user's head in the event of an impact such as can happen 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)
In the event of a crash, the helmet may not adequately protect the wearer increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Vega will notify owners, and provide a full refund or a free replacement helmet. The recall began on December 16, 2016. Owners may contact Vega helmet customer service at 1-800-728-4898.
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