NHTSAEQUIPMENT
Bell Sports, Inc. - Helmets May Not Adequately Protect User/FMVSS 218
Published: December 17, 2025Recall ID: 25E088000Category: vehiclesCountry: US
Reason for Recall / Hazard
A helmet that does not provide adequate protection increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Bell Sports Inc (Bell) is recalling certain Scout Air helmets, sizes S and L. The helmets may lack proper penetration protection. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."
Affected Products
Helmets May Not Adequately Protect User/FMVSS 218
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Helmets May Not Adequately Protect User/FMVSS 218 |
| Nhtsa id | 25E088000 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25E088000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Equipment |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Bell Sports, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Bell Sports Inc (Bell) is recalling certain Scout Air helmets, sizes S and L. The helmets may lack proper penetration protection. As such, these helmets fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets." |
| Corrective action | Bell will replace the helmet or reimburse owners as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Bell's customer service at 1-800-216-9446. |
| Consequence summary | A helmet that does not provide adequate protection increases the risk of injury during a crash. |
| Potentially affected | 150 |
| Report received date | 2025-12-17T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |