Werner Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles recall in Canada: drowning hazard
In plain language
This recall involves Werner Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles sold in Canada. They are being recalled because the paddles can break during use, posing a drowning hazard. Stop using the product and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund or store credit.
What to do
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund in the form of a check or store credit redeemable online. Consumers should fill out a recall form at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers. To collect the refund or obtain the store credit, consumers should follow the instructions on the Werner website and destroy the recalled kayak paddle by cutting the paddle into four equal pieces, halfway through each blade and halfway through the left and right side of the shaft and upload a photo of the destroyed paddle. For more information, consumers can contact Werner Paddles by telephone at 800-275-3311, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, by email at stealthcovert@wernerpaddles.com or visit the company website at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers or https://wernerpaddles.com/ and click on “Stealth/Covert Recall-Consumers” at the bottom of the page for more information.Joint recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Werner Paddles.Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
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Affected products
Stealth Kayak Paddle
Covert Kayak Paddle
Why this matters
Drowning hazard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Drowning hazard
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund in the form of a check or store credit redeemable online. Consumers should fill out a recall form at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers. To collect the refund or obtain the store credit, consumers should follow the instructions on the Werner website and destroy the recalled kayak paddle by cutting the paddle into four equal pieces, halfway through each blade and halfway through the left and right side of the shaft and upload a photo of the destroyed paddle. For more information, consumers can contact Werner Paddles by telephone at 800-275-3311, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, by email at stealthcovert@wernerpaddles.com or visit the company website at https://wernerpaddles.com/pages/covert-stealth-recall-consumers or https://wernerpaddles.com/ and click on “Stealth/Covert Recall-Consumers” at the bottom of the page for more information.Joint recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Werner Paddles.Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.Health Canada would like to remind consumers to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Drowning hazard
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on October 30, 2025.
Is the Werner brand affected by this recall?
Yes, Werner products are affected by this recall. This recall involves Werner Stealth and Covert Kayak Paddles sold in Canada. They are being recalled because the paddles can break during use, posing a drowning hazard. Stop using the product and contact Werner Paddles for a full refund or store credit.