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Kayak Paddle Floats Recalled by NRS Due to Drowning Hazard

U.S. CPSCDrowningMay 31, 2007
Recalled Kayak Paddle Float
Recalled Kayak Paddle Float

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Hazard

The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NRS will provide a free replacement paddle float for consumers with recalled units.

Incidents & injuries

NRS has received five reports of paddle floats breaking and deflating. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float is an inflatable device that is attached to one side of the paddle to help the kayaker re-enter the kayak in open water. The paddle float is yellow and black and measures 15" wide by 28" long, before inflation. The NRS logo is on one side. This recall involves those paddle floats with inflation tubes that are clear or translucent. Paddle floats with black tubes are not included.

Sold on

NRS stores nationwide and NRS catalogs from July 2006 through March 2007 for about $40.

Contact the company

For more information, consumers should call NRS toll-free at (877) 677-4327 between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.nrsweb.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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