Helly Hansen AS recalls Helly Hansen selected buoyancy aids
Helly Hansen AS is recalling selected buoyancy aids due to a manufacturing fault that causes them to fail to meet minimum buoyancy requirements, posing a risk of drowning. The affected products include various styles and sizes of buoyancy aids.
- Brand
- Helly Hansen
- Product
- selected buoyancy aids
- Batch codes
- 271011, 271012, 272150, 271612, 275325, 275969, 279873, 281286, 291307, All, All, All
- Retailer
- Helly Hansen AS
- What to do
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and destroy the product following the instructions in the Recall Notice. On request, consumers can contact Helly Hansen to arrange a return.
- Publication date:3 June 2026
Helly Hansen AS is carrying out a recall of Helly Hansen selected buoyancy aids.
The products present a risk of drowning. Due to a manufacturing fault, the buoyancy aids fail to meet the minimum whole device buoyancy requirements and may pose a risk of drowning to users.
The brand is Helly Hansen. The following Style Numbers, Sizes, and Serial Numbers are affected.
| Style | Sizes | PO/Serial number (found on the waist sew-in label) | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33818 – Sport II | XXS 30-40kg | 271011, 271012, 272150, 271612, 275325, 275969, 279873, 281286, 291307 | 96 |
| 33811 - Comfort Compact 50N | All Sizes | All | 539 |
| 34240 - Rider Foil Race | All Sizes | All | 55 |
The products were sold in the following retailers:
- Dolan Marketing Ltd, 6-7 Castlemaine Street, Athlone
- Gerald Stanley & Son Ltd, Market Street, Clifden
- Gerry Gannon TA Gannon Sports, Galway Road, Clifden
- Gleeson Sport Scene Ltd, 25 Upper William Street, Limerick
- Marbanton Ltd T/A Booley / Eglington Street, Galway
- Marine Parts Direct Ltd, Unit 7 N1 Business Park, Swords
- Misc (Companies) C/O Windmill Sports, Unit G2, Calmount Park / Calmount Road, Dublin 12
- Pod Marine Ltd T/A Shannon Sailing M, Dromineer, Nenagh
- Rain Outdoors Limited, 29 O'Connell Street, Limerick
- The Matthews Centre Ltd, 5 Half Moon Street, Cork City
- Union Chandlery Ltd, Unit 23 Doughcloyne Indust Estate / Sarsfield Road, Cork
- Wet N' Wild, Ballyraine Retail Park, Letterkenny
- Wisemans Drapery Ltd, 17 Main Street, Bantry
What to do:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and destroy the product following the instructions in the Recall Notice.
On request, consumers can contact Helly Hansen to arrange a return by contacting recall@hellyhansen.com. Helly Hansen is offering a full refund of the purchase price or a voucher of the same amount.
You can also contact Helly Hansen directly via the Customer Service Contact Form on their website or by calling (+353) (0)148 77 039.
Frequently asked questions
Is selected buoyancy aids being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Helly Hansen AS is recalling selected buoyancy aids due to a manufacturing fault that causes them to fail to meet minimum buoyancy requirements, posing a risk of drowning. The affected products include various styles and sizes of buoyancy aids.
Why is selected buoyancy aids being recalled?
The recall relates to a drowning hazard. Helly Hansen AS is recalling selected buoyancy aids due to a manufacturing fault that causes them to fail to meet minimum buoyancy requirements, posing a risk of drowning. The affected products include various styles and sizes of buoyancy aids.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and destroy the product following the instructions in the Recall Notice. On request, consumers can contact Helly Hansen to arrange a return.
Which batches of selected buoyancy aids are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 271011, 271012, 272150, 271612, 275325, 275969, 279873, 281286, 291307, All, All, All.
Where was selected buoyancy aids sold?
It was sold via Helly Hansen AS.
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