NRS Recalls Water Sports Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1756.
This recall involves NRS "Chaos Side Cut" helmets used for water sports, including rafting, kayaking, stand-up paddling and canoeing. The helmet's hard shell is available in yellow, red, blue or white. "NRS" is printed on the front and back of the helmet. The recalled helmets have a black "Boa" dial-fit retention harness inside at the back of the helmet. "Boa" is printed on the dial. "Chaos" and PO#39225 are printed on a white sticker inside of the helmet. Helmets with an "Inspected" sticker inside the shell under the Boa dial are not included in this recall.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1756.
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.
✅ 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 Collinsville Canoe And Kayak Store, Nrs, Outdoorplay, Rei And Other Paddlesports Equipment Stores Nationwide And Online At Nrs.com And Aire.com From April 2014 Through July 2014 For About $60. 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-1756.
NRS at (800) 635-5202 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT, email service@nrs.com, or online at www.nrs.com and click on "Voluntary Recall" for more information.
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Collinsville Canoe And Kayak Store, Nrs, Outdoorplay, Rei And Other Paddlesports Equipment Stores Nationwide And Online At Nrs.com And Aire.com From April 2014 Through July 2014 For About $60. Recall FAQ
Collinsville Canoe And Kayak Store, Nrs, Outdoorplay, Rei And Other Paddlesports Equipment Stores Nationwide And Online At Nrs.com And Aire.com From April 2014 Through July 2014 For About $60. is the subject of a sports & recreation recall: NRS Recalls Water Sports Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury. The notice was published on August 27, 2014 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,300 units are potentially affected.