Product Recall Number: 13-152
Why was Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets recalled?
The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.
Product Recall Number: 13-152
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2013-03-26
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets
Description: The chinstrap buckle on WRSI Moment and Trident model helmets can fail.
Hazard Description: The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund, Replace
Units: About 2,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada
Incidents: WRSI is aware of 10 incidents of chinstrap failures. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact WRSI for a free replacement or full refund.
Sold At: Northwest River Supplies and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.whitewaterhelmet.com from March 2012 through November 2012 for between $140 and $170.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: China
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed