Kayak Paddle Floats Recalled by NRS Due to Drowning Hazard

NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Floats

Date of Recall

2007-05-31

CPSC Release Number

07-201

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(877) 677-4327

Units

About 1,000

Distributor

NRS, of Moscow, Idaho

Sold By

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

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

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

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.

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.

Consumer Contact

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

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