Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Bracelets Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-10458.
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.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-10458.
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.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact 4 Corners River Sports, Outdoor New England, The River Store, Alder Creek Kayak Supply And Other Stores Nationwide And Online At Wernerpaddles.com, Riversports.com, Aldercreek.com, Outdoornewengland.com, Theriverstore.com And Other Websites From October 2023 Through August 2025 For Between $470 And $560. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-10458.
Werner Paddles toll-free at 800-275-3311 from 8a.m. to 5p.m. CT, email at stealthcovert@wernerpaddles.com or online at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers or https://wernerpaddles.com/ and click on "Stealth/Covert Recall-Consumers" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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4 Corners River Sports, Outdoor New England, The River Store, Alder Creek Kayak Supply And Other Stores Nationwide And Online At Wernerpaddles.com, Riversports.com, Aldercreek.com, Outdoornewengland.com, Theriverstore.com And Other Websites From October 2023 Through August 2025 For Between $470 And $560. Recall FAQ
4 Corners River Sports, Outdoor New England, The River Store, Alder Creek Kayak Supply And Other Stores Nationwide And Online At Wernerpaddles.com, Riversports.com, Aldercreek.com, Outdoornewengland.com, Theriverstore.com And Other Websites From October 2023 Through August 2025 For Between $470 And $560. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Bracelets Due to Drowning Hazard. The notice was published on October 30, 2025 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 700 units are potentially affected.