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Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Bracelets Due to Drowning Hazard
No injuries reported. This is a preventive recall action.
Source: CPSC
InfoRecall #26058
Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Bracelets Due to Drowning Hazard
Werner Paddles, of Tennessee · Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles
Product Description
This recall involves models Stealth and Covert kayak paddles. The brand name Werner appears on decals on both blades and the model name is printed on the right paddle blade. The paddles are made of black carbon fiber.
Hazard
The recalled kayak paddles can break during use, posing a drowning hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kayak paddles and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund in the form of a check or store credit redeemable online. Consumers should fill out a recall form at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers. To collect the refund or obtain the store credit, consumers should follow the instructions on the Werner website and destroy the recalled kayak paddle by cutting the paddle into four equal pieces, halfway through each blade and halfway through the left and right side of the shaft and upload a photo of the destroyed paddle.
Refund
Reported Injuries
The firm has received 80 reports of the paddles breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.
411 Press Analysis
The CPSC announced a voluntary recall of Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles on October 30, 2025. The recalled kayak paddles can break during use, posing a drowning hazard. This recall covers about 700 (in addition, about 25 were sold in canada) and was initiated by Werner Paddles, of Tennessee as a preventive measure. No injuries have been reported to date. Consumers should stop using the product and obtain a full refund. The recall demonstrates proactive safety compliance by the manufacturer. Consumers can verify whether their product is affected by checking model numbers against the CPSC listing.
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