Helly Hansen AS Life Jackets
- Affected
- Orange foam life jackets with a zipped front and waist belt/buckle closure.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it may not provide enough buoyancy and turning momentum to bring the user face up in the water.
- What to do
- Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Helly Hansen - recall@hellyhansen.com - for a credit note or refund.
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) – Lifebelts/Lifejackets/Lifesuits |
|---|---|
| Product Identifiers | Brand: Helly Hansen AS. Please see the below Annex for more details. |
| Country of Origin | Hungary |
| Product Description | Orange foam life jackets with a zipped front and waist belt/buckle closure. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Affected products
| Product name and model | Size | PO Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 33800 NAVIGARE COMFORT | 30/40 kg | 275063, 275857, 286301 |
| 33800 NAVIGARE COMFORT | 40/60 kg | 275063, 275857, 286301 |
| 33800 NAVIGARE COMFORT | 60/90 kg | 275063, 275857, 286301 |
| 33800 NAVIGARE COMFORT | 90+ kg | 275063, 275857, 286301 |
| 33801 NAVIGARE SCAN | 30/40 kg | 275064, 275858, 279872, 286302 |
| 33801 NAVIGARE SCAN | 40/60 kg | 275064, 275858, 279872, 286302 |
| 33801 NAVIGARE SCAN | 60/90 kg | 275064, 275858, 279872, 286302 |
| 33801 NAVIGARE SCAN | 90+ kg | 275064, 275858, 279872, 286302 |
| 33992 JUNIOR SAFE+ | 20/35 kg | 275095, 275878, 279884 |
| 33991 KID SAFE+ | 10/25 kg | 279883, 286310 |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it may not provide enough buoyancy and turning momentum to bring the user face up in the water.
The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Helly Hansen – recall@hellyhansen.com – for a credit note or refund.
For more information please see the following:
https://www.hellyhansen.com/en_gb/recall?srsltid=AfmBOoreRC3-hL4uClNg-2-CXpwbDdyH_Xy7zuwEgEtmNEIXIhjOjWxP
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2507-0096
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 5 August 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.