Recalls / 2013-03-26

WRSI Recalls Kayaking and Rafting Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard

13152 · Recalled 2013-03-26 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves WRSI Moment and Trident models whitewater kayaking and rafting helmets. They have a black chinstrap with a black plastic buckle and were sold in sizes S/M and M/L. "WRSI" is printed under or on top of the helmet's visor. WRSI's "Wave Logo" is visible on the back of the Moment helmet. "WRSI" is printed vertically on the back of the Trident helmet. The part number is printed on the hang tag of both models. Helmets in the following colors or color combinations and sizes, and with the part numbers listed below, are being recalled: ModelColor and SizePart Number Moment(with andwithout vents) Glossy red - S/M 852145003633 and 852145003657 Glossy red - M/L 852145003602 and 852145003619 Matte black - S/M 852145003626 and 852145003640 Matte black - M/L 852145003589 and 852145003596 Trident Black Rasta - M/L 852145003411 Black with pinstripe - S/M 852145003466 Black with pinstripe - M/L 852145003367 Blue/Carbon - S/M 852145003459 Blue/Carbon - M/L 852145003398 Green/Army green - S/M 852145003480 Green/Army green - M/L 852145003381 Green/Carbon - S/M 852145003442 Green/Carbon - M/L 852145003404 Red/Burnt red - S/M 852145003473 Red/Burnt red - M/L 852145003374

Hazards

The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.

Reported injuries

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets		About 2,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada

Parties

Importer: Whitewater Technology Associates, LC, dba Whitewater Research & Safety Institute (WRSI), of Park City, Utah
Made in: China
Sold at: Northwest River Supplies, sporting goods, online at www.whitewaterhelmet.com, $170.

Consumer contact

WRSI; toll-free at (888) 441-1041, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email buckle@whitewaterhelmet.com, or online at www.whitewaterhelmets.com and click on "Safety Alert" at the center of the home page for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 13152. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.