The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·25E088000·Announced 2025-12-17

Bell Sports Recalls Scout Air Helmets for Penetration Protection Defect

Bell Sports is recalling Scout Air helmets in sizes S and L because they may lack proper penetration protection, failing federal safety standards.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (motorcycle helmet) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for products with potential for injury but no confirmed incidents.

Plain-English summary

Bell Sports, Inc. is recalling certain Scout Air motorcycle helmets in sizes S and L. The recall involves 150 units that may lack proper penetration protection. As a result, these helmets fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 218, "Motorcycle Helmets."

A helmet that does not provide adequate protection increases the risk of injury during a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Owners may contact Bell's customer service at 1-800-216-9446. Bell will replace the helmet or reimburse owners as necessary, free of charge.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT:MOTORCYCLE:HELMETS recall
Manufacturer
Bell Sports, Inc.
Category
Consumer Product — Motorcycle Helmets
Hazard
Affected units
150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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