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TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness recalled over a drowning risk
Product Recall for TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness presenting a serious risk of drowning.
Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
3 identifiers listed for this notice.
TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 3608390327027
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- 8801769
- 4855900
What to do now
TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness could fail in water.
- Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
- Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
- Contact Tribord or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2506-0147). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness presenting a serious risk of drowning.
The risk
The product presents a serious risk of drowning as under certain conditions (such as repeated impacts), the bladder may become punctured, which could result in reduced buoyancy.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by Decathlon.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
We recommend you stop using this product immediately and return it as soon as possible to your nearest Decathlon store for a full refund. For more information, please see: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/c/lp/product-recall
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2506-0147
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Lifejacket harness in grey and black. Affected products sold between 1st March 2025 – 10th June 2025.
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Questions
Why has TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness been recalled?
TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness could fail in water. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Do not use it for swimming or bathing. Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was TRIBORD Lifejacket Harness sold?
The notice names Decathlon. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
