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CPSC recall · Reported May 31, 2007

Kayak Paddle Floats Recalled by NRS Due to Drowning Hazard

The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

Recall #
07201
Affected scope
About 1,000
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Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho recalled The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float is an inflatable device that is attached to one side of th… - a moderate-severity action.

Kayak Paddle Floats Recalled by NRS Due to Drowning Hazard was recalled by Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho in May 31, 2007. Reason: The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consu…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if…. Verify recall #07201 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consu….

Moderate
severity level
May 31, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #07201 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #07201) was formally reported on May 31, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 1,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NRS will provide a free replacement paddle float for consumers with reca… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 1,000

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float is an inflatable device that is attached to one side of the paddle to help the kayaker re-enter the kayak in open water. The paddle float is yellow and black and measures 15" wide by 28" long, before inflation. The NRS logo is on one side. This recall involves those paddle floats with inflation tubes that are clear or translucent. Paddle floats with black tubes are not included.

Reason for recall

The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NRS will provide a free replacement paddle float for consumers with recalled units.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 07201
Date reported May 31, 2007
Date initiated May 31, 2007
Recalling firm Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho
Affected scope About 1,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NR…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float is an inflatable device that is attached to one side of the paddle to help the kayaker re-enter the kayak in open water. The paddle float is yellow and black and measures 15" wide by 28" long, before inflation. The NRS logo is on one side. This recall involves those paddle floats with inflation tubes that are clear or translucent. Paddle floats with black tubes are not included.. Recalled by Nrs, of Moscow, Idaho. Units affected: About 1,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NRS will provide a free replacement paddle float for consumers with recalled units.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 31, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07201.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (07201) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 31, 2007. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.