Motorcycle jacket
Motorcycle jacket was recalled on 22 August 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 0904/08. Injuries risk reported by France. The product poses a risk of injuries because after a series of three impacts, each one the equivalent of 50 Joule, the average force registered under the anvil is much higher than the maximum permissible limit (a maximum of 24770N for 18000N).
| Alert Number | 0904/08 |
| Brand | HOLLY GHOST |
| Category | Protective equipment |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | Pakistan |
| Model Number | Unknown. |
| Published | 22 August 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because after a series of three impacts, each one the equivalent of 50 Joule, the average force registered under the anvil is much higher than the maximum permissible limit (a maximum of 24770N for 18000N). The back protection even cracked after the third impact, therefore making it impossible to carry out all five impact tests required by the standard.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1621.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black and yellow motorcycle jacket. Front and back: yellow top and shoulders, black bottom with yellow circle marked "Speed Zone" in white. Yellow and black sleeves. Right sleeve marked "Speed" and left sleeve marked "Zone". Jacket equipped with protection on the back, shoulders and elbows.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Motorcycle jacket.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.