Federal Register #2026-16983

Regulatory Notice: Petition for Inconsequential Noncompliance – LS2 Rapid II Helmets by Allwin Powersports Corp.

This notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announces receipt of a petition from Allwin Powersports Corp. regarding LS2 Rapid II Helmets. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation (DOT) - National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) - OEM Highlight: - Allwin Powersports Corp. (manufacturer of LS2 Rapid II Helmets) - Products Involved: - LS2 Rapid II Helmets - Manufactured between July 17, 2023, and June 30, 2025 - Approximately 6,607 units affected - Regulatory Context: - Noncompliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 218 (motorcycle helmet safety) - Petition requests a determination that the noncompliance is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety - Notable Requirements: - Public comments are invited on the petition - No procurement or award is being announced; this is a regulatory notice - No services or additional products are requested

Description

Allwin Powersports Corp. has determined that certain LS2 Rapid II Helmets do not fully comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, Motorcycle Helmets. The company filed a noncompliance report and petitioned for a decision that the noncompliance is inconsequential as it relates to motor vehicle safety. The petition involves approximately 6,607 helmets manufactured between July 17, 2023, and June 30, 2025. Comments on the petition are invited until September 21, 2026.

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