NRS recalls water sports helmets due to chin strap rivets failing and causing head injuries. Affected models have a black Boa dial-fit retention harness and specific stickers. Return for free replacement or refund.
The rivets holding the chin strap to the helmet can fail and cause the helmet to fall off in an incident, posing a risk of head injury.
NRS is recalling water sports helmets because the chin strap rivets can fail during use, causing the helmet to fall off and potentially leading to head injuries. This affects helmets used for rafting, kayaking, and other water activities.
The rivets holding the chin strap to the helmet can fail during an incident, causing the helmet to fall off and potentially leading to head injuries. This risk is highest when the helmet is used in water sports where impacts are common.
Water sports enthusiasts who own NRS "Chaos Side Cut" helmets with a black Boa dial-fit retention harness and specific stickers inside. Those using these helmets for rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddling, or canoeing are most at risk.
Check for a black "Boa" dial-fit retention harness inside the helmet and a white sticker with "Chaos" and PO#392:225. The helmet should have "NRS" printed on the front and back, and a black dial with "Boa" printed on it.
Immediately stop using the recalled helmets as they can fall off during use and cause head injuries.
Return the helmet to where it was purchased or contact NRS for a free replacement helmet.
If you return the helmet, you will receive a full refund from the place where you purchased it.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to the place where purchased or NRS for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
NRS "Chaos Side Cut" helmets used for water sports like rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddling, and canoeing. They have a black Boa dial-fit retention harness inside and a white sticker with "Chaos" and PO#39225.
Check for a black "Boa" dial-fit retention harness inside the helmet and a white sticker with "Chaos" and PO#39225. Helmets with an "Inspected" sticker inside the shell under the Boa dial are not affected.
Immediately stop using it and return it to where you purchased it or contact NRS for a free replacement helmet or full refund.
We’ve drafted a message you can send NRS to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1756 — NRS NRS water sports helmets Hello, I own a NRS water sports helmets that is covered by recall 1756 from NRS. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return them to the place where purchased or NRS for a free replacement helmet or a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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