Attwood Recalls Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger Due to Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2014-08-20). Hazards: fall, injury. Models: 11917-6. About 10,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 14259 |
| Published | 2014-08-20 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-09 |
| Product category | Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Products | Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger |
| Firm named in the title | Attwood |
| Firms | Attwood Corporation of Lowell, Mich. (importer); Attwood Corporation of Lowell, Mich. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 10,000 |
| Model numbers | 11917-6 |
| Hazard classes | fall, injury |
| Remedy classes | refund, replace, stop use |
| Sold | Walmart, Mills Farm Fleet stores, marine dealers nationwide and online at Walmart.com from January 2014 to July 2014 for about $15. |
Description
This recall involves kayak and watersports storage hangers sold as a pair of blue and black fabric straps that measure approximately 1 inch wide and 84 inches long when unbuckled. The straps include a plastic snap buckle to adjust the length and a plastic-coated steel S-hook attachment for hanging. Model number 11917-6 is located on the back of the retail package near the barcode.
Hazard
The length adjustment buckles release unexpectedly, causing the item being stored to fall and injure people nearby
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled storage hangers and return them to Attwood or the store where the item was purchased for a full refund or replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
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