CPSC Recall in 2025: Werner Paddles Recalls Kayak Paddles Due to Drowning Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 26-058

Date: October 30, 2025

Product Name: Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

The recalled kayak paddles can break during use, posing a drowning hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 700 (In addition, about 25 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

The firm has received 80 reports of the paddles breaking during use. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

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.

Manufactured In:

United States