MHG Plastic Industries—Eldorado motorcycle helmets

PRA No.
1999/4010
Date published
21 Jul 1999
Product description

Models Exr, Mxr And Rxr. Manufactured Since 1 July 1996. On 15 June 1999 The Federal Court Ordered The Recall Of Eldorado Helmets As It Was Found They Did Not Comply With The Mandatory Safety Standard.

What are the defects?

Do Not Comply With The Mandatory Safety Standard, Australian Standard As 1698-1988 . Failure Of Helmets To Comply With The Standard Means That There May Be Significant Risk Of Head Injuries To Motor Cyclists In The Event Of An Accident.

What are the hazards?

Injury

What should consumers do?

Do Not Continue To Use The Helmet. To Arrange For A Full Refund Or Replacement Helmet, Call Mhg On Freecall 1800 069 752.

Supplier
Mhg Plastic Industries Pty Limited

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission
Product category
Safety equipment