The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·14259·Announced 2014-08-20

Attwood Recalls Kayak and Watersports Storage Hangers Due to Injury Hazard

Attwood is recalling kayak and watersports storage hangers because the length adjustment buckles may release unexpectedly, causing stored items to fall and injure people nearby.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the buckles may release unexpectedly, causing stored items to fall and injure people nearby, but no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Attwood Corporation of Lowell, Michigan, is recalling approximately 10,000 kayak and watersports storage hangers. The recalled products are 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. The model number 11917-6 is located on the back of the retail package near the barcode.

The recall is being issued because the length adjustment buckles may release unexpectedly. This failure can cause the item being stored to fall, potentially injuring people nearby. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

The recalled storage hangers were sold at Walmart, Mills Farm Fleet stores, marine dealers nationwide, and online at Walmart.com from January 2014 to July 2014 for about $15. 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. Consumers can contact Attwood Corporation toll-free at (844) 808-5704 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.attwoodmarine.com for more information.

The recalled product

Product
Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger
Manufacturer
Attwood Corporation of Lowell, Mich.
Category
Consumer Product — Storage Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
10,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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