Dive equipmentSCUBA RECALLS  part 1  

Not a whole list but just what New Jersey Council of Diving Clubs has collected

Recall Date: June 30, 2015  Recall Number: 15-173
Technosport Recalls Omersub Scuba Mask Due to Injury Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Omersub Zero Cube scuba diving mask
Hazard: Non-conforming glass was used for the lens, which can shatter during normal use, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the mask and contact Technosport for a replacement mask.
Consumer Contact: Technosport at (800) 853-1911 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at info@technosportinc.com or online at www.omerdiving.com and click on “click here for Technosport Recalls” at the bottom of the homepage for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 2,600
Description: The diving mask is designed to cover the eyes and nose. The mask and strap are made with soft black rubber, with hard rubber around the two glass lenses. “O.M.E.R.” appears on the forehead area of the mask in raised letters. The UPS Code 801 773 612 2298 and Omersub MFG Part #603NCF appear on the original packaging.  
Incidents/Injuries: Twelve incidents have been reported to the firm in which the lens has shattered. No injuries have been reported.  
Sold at: Technosport Inc. and local diving equipment retailers, and online at amazon.com and www.omerdiving.com from April 2012 through June 2015 for about $80.  
Importer: Technosport Inc., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Manufactured in: China

November 12, 2014  Aqua Lung Expands Recall of Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard

Recall Number: 15-022

Recall Summary

 Name of Product: Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles

http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Aqua-Lung-Expands-Recall-of-Buoyancy-Compensators/

Hazard: The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.

 Remedy: Replace

 Consumer Contact: Aqua Lung toll-free at (855) 355-7170 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or www.aqualung.com and click on Recall Notice for more information.

 Recall Details

 Units: About 30,000 in the United States and 11,300 in Canada (an additional 110,000 were previously recalled in the U.S. in March 2013)

 Description: This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensator vests with SureLock II rubber handles attached to the weight pockets, including those with SureLock II handles that were replaced in the previous recall. The handles are gray rubber, measure about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide and extend from the forward end of the ditchable weight pockets. SureLock II handles were installed in most Aqua Lung and one model of Apeks buoyancy compensators including: all discontinued Black Diamond, Pro QD and Pro QDi3 models with serial numbers lower than BB408620. The recall also includes all Apeks Black Ice, Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Dimension, Libra, Lotus,  Pearl, Pearl i3, ProLT and Zuma models with serial numbers lower than BB408620. The buoyancy compensator’s model name is embroidered on the inside back pad or on the right lobe. “Sure Lock” is molded into the back of the weight pocket. The serial numbers are located on a tag under the back pad of the buoyance compensator or inside the pocket.  Earlier models could have the number printed on a tag behind the hook and loop inflator hold down on the left shoulder.

 Incidents/Injuries: Aqua Lung is aware of an additional 50 reports of the handles detaching from the weight pockets. No injuries have been reported.

 Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free newly-designed replacement weight pocket handles.

 Sold at: Sporting goods and scuba diving stores nationwide from September 2008 through October 2014 for between $460 and $700 for the buoyancy compensator with the weight pockets.

 Importer: Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.

 Manufactured in: China and Mexico

 
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to a product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.

 

August 5, 2014 - . Johnson Outdoors Diving Recalls Dive Computers Due to Injury Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Johnson-Outdoors-Diving-Recalls-Dive-Computers/

Recall Number: 14-249

Johnson Outdoors Diving Recalls Dive Computers Due to Injury Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall Summary - 

Name of Product: Scubapro Aladin2 dive computers, commonly referred to as Aladin Square dive computers

 Hazard: The dive computer can leak and stop working, posing a risk of injury due to decompression sickness.

 Remedy: Replace

 Consumer Contact: Johnson Outdoors Diving toll-free at (877) 467-6675 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.scubapro.com and click on “Aladin Square Recall” for more information

 Recall Details

 Units: About 350 and about 40 in Canada

 Description: This recall involves the Aladin2 wrist dive computer that monitors depth, dive time,   decompression status and temperature. The computer is 3 inches by 3 inches, rectangular, black, and mounted on a black wristband. SCUBAPRO is stamped on the top of the face frame and Aladin2 is printed in white on the bottom of the face frame.  The serial number is stamped in white on the back of the unit and ends with 003.

 Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received four reports that the dive computers leaked and stopped working. No injuries have been reported.

 Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the dive computers and return them to an authorized SCUBAPRO dealer or contact Johnson Outdoors Diving for a free replacement.

 Sold at: Authorized Scubapro dealers nationwide from March 2014 through June 2014 for about $450.

 Manufacturer: Johnson Outdoors Diving Inc., of El Cajon, Calif.

Manufactured in: Indonesia

August 2013 - A limited batch of the high pressure rubber hoses used with Suunto air integrated dive computers, dive computer combos and analog combos has unfortunately been identified to have defective hose material which may impact the durability of the hose.
This defect may cause the high pressure rubber hose to leak or rupture leading to loss of breathing gas at higher than anticipated rate which may result in severe injury or death.
Diver safety is of highest importance to Suunto. Suunto announces a limited quantity safety recall of high pressure rubber hoses as identified below.
Identification of the affected high pressure rubber hoses:
• Black rubber outer covering on hose
• Marked with text 5000 PSIG PRESSURE TESTED – MADE IN USA
• Hose diameter approximately 12,5 mm (1/2 inch) and length approximately 84 cm (33 inch)
• Manufacturing batch code 1812 printed
This recall applies only to the specific 1812 batch of the high pressure rubber hoses. Other high pressure rubber hoses are not impacted and need not to be replaced.
The following products using this high pressure rubber hose may be affected: Cobra, Cobra 3, SM-36 pressure gauge and gauge combos, as well as Vyper and Zoop when purchased as combo products.
To date, there have been no known injuries related to this issue. It is mandatory that all affected products are returned for a hose change.
Suunto apologizes for the inconvenience, and instructs all customers who have purchased a product using the above-mentioned high pressure rubber hose after 11/2012 to investigate their product immediately. If the high-pressure rubber hose in your product has the identification details listed above, diving is prohibited. Return the product immediately to your nearest Suunto Dive authorized dealer for a hose change free of charge.
Return instructions for affected products (hoses with production lot code "1812")
1. Bring your product to the nearest Suunto Dive authorized dealer or Suunto Authorized Service Center for a hose change.
2. In the US and EU you can also use the Suunto Online Service Request www.suunto.com/servicerequest to get your product picked up and delivered for the hose change.
Customer support contact details can be found at the Suunto Support site.
Product codes for potentially affected Suunto products
SS005100200 SM-36/300 W/ HOSE W/ SLEEVE BULK
SS005100300 SM-36/4000 W/HOSE W/ SLEEVE BULK
SS005101200 SM-36/300 W/ HOSE W/O SLEEVE BULK
SS005108200 SM-36/300 W/ HOSE W/ SLEEVE
SS005108300 SM-36/4000 W/ HOSE W/ SLEEVE
SS005240200 CB-ONE/300 COMBO
SS005240300 CB-ONE/4000 COMBO
SS005249210 CB-2 IN LINE/300/45 COMBO
SS005249220 CB-2 IN LINE/300/70 COMBO
SS005249330 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/150 COMBO
SS005249340 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/230 COMBO
SS005267200 CB-2 IN LINE/300/VYPER COMBO
SS005267300 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/VYPER COMBO
SS005402000 COBRA
SS015974000 CB-2 IN LINE/300/ZOOP YELLOW COMBO
SS015975000 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/ZOOP YELLOW COMBO
SS016427000 CB-2 IN LINE/300/ZOOP ORANGE COMBO
SS016428000 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/ZOOP ORANGE COMBO
SS018403000 COBRA W/ QR AND USB
SS018536000 COBRA3 BLACK W/ QR AND USB
SS018537000 COBRA3 BLACK
SS018661000 CB-TWO/4000/7 COMBO NH
SS018662000 CB-TWO/4000/7 COMBO SH
SS018663000 CB-TWO/300/7 COMBO NH
SS018664000 CB-TWO/300/7 COMBO SH
SS018665000 CB-3 IN LINE/4000/230/7 COMBO NH
SS018666000 CB-3 IN LINE/4000/230/7 COMBO SH
SS018667000 CB-3 IN LINE/4000/150/7 COMBO NH
SS018668000 CB-3 IN LINE/4000/150/7 COMBO SH
SS018669000 CB-3 IN LINE/300/70/7 COMBO NH
SS018670000 CB-3 IN LINE/300/70/7 COMBO SH
SS018671000 CB-3 IN LINE/300/45/7 COMBO NH
SS018672000 CB-3 IN LINE/300/45/7 COMBO SH
SS018681000 CB-DBL IN LINE/300/70/7 COMBO NH
SS018682000 CB-DBL IN LINE/4000/230/7 COMBO NH
SS018683000 CB-DBL 300/7 COMBO NH
SS018684000 CB-DBL 4000/7 COMBO NH
SS018685000 CB-COBRA/7 NH
SS018686000 CB-COBRA/Q/USB/7 NH
SS019541000 CB-2 IN LINE/300/VYPER COMBO W/ USB
SS019542000 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/VYPER COMBO W/ USB
SS019545000 CB-2 IN LINE/300/ZOOP BLACK COMBO
SS019546000 CB-2 IN LINE/4000/ZOOP BLACK COMBO
SS0K5165000 HP HOSE 33inch
HTTP://WWW.SUUNTO.COM/RECALL/

 

July 11, 2013 - Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers
Recall Number: 13-236     Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary -
Name of Product: Hollis DG03 Dive Computers
Hazard: The dive computer, when used with an optional integrated transmitter, can malfunction and display an incorrect tank pressure reading to the diver. A diver could unknowingly deplete their air supply based on the reading, resulting in drowning.
Remedy: Repair
Consumer Contact: Hollis toll-free at (888) 383-3483 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at info@hollisgear.com or online at www.hollisgear.com and click Safety Notices for more information.
Photos available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Hollis-Recalls-Digital-Dive-Computers/
Recall Details
Units: About 1,000
Description: The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142 that may be used with integrated transmitters that monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn on the diver's wrist like a watch. The name of the product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the unit and the serial number is printed on the back of the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive computers with software labeled Revision 1A, viewed on the computer's display are included in the recall.
Incidents/Injuries: Hollis has received two reports of dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled dive computers until the unit's operating system is upgraded to revision 1B. Consumers can download the upgrade from the firm's website or contact an authorized Hollis dealer for assistance.
Sold at: Authorized Hollis dealers nationwide from July 2011 through May 2013 for about $500.
Manufacturer: Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
Manufactured in: United States
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Hollis-Recalls-Digital-Dive-Computers/

June 5, 2013 - DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices

Recall Number: 13-207   Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS signaling devices
Hazard: The signaling device can malfunction when used and restrict the diverяя™s air flow, posing a drowning hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled DiveAlert signaling devices and return them to an authorized DiveAlert dealer or to DiveAlert for a free repair. The repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.
Consumer Contact: DiveAlert, at (800) 275-4332 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by email at info@divealert.com or online at www.divealert.com and click on Recall for more information
Recall Details
Units: About 2,500
Description: This recall involves DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS scuba dive signaling devices with model numbers DA2, DP2 or DV2. The signaling device is attached to the divяявя™s buoyancy compensator device (BCD) power inflator/alternate regulator system by a chrome-plated brass coupling and is used to activate a loud surface horn or an underwater percussion noise to alert others in the event of a diverяя™s emergency. The devices are also used in non-emergencies to get the attention of the pickup boat or other divers. The DA2 is black with an orange button, the DP2 is black with a gray knob and red button and has DiveAlert PLUS printed on it, and the DV2 is black and red. They can be used with Aqualung AirSource, Oceanic Air XS, Aeris Air Link and Mares Air Control regulator/inflators. Only these signaling devices without any stamped writing on the couplinяяЂ™s collar are included in this recall.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Dive equipment stores nationwide from July 2009 through May 2013 for between $70 and $90.
Manufacturer: Ideations DiveAlert, of Seattle, Wash. 
Manufactured in: United States
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls 


April 18, 2013 -Trident Diving Equipment Recalls High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard
Name of product: High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses
Units: About 200
Hazard: The diving hose that connects the regulator to the tank's pressure gauge can leak, posing a drowning hazard to the user.
Description: The recalled air hoses are high-pressure scuba air hoses with a black, smooth rubber outer covering. They are about five millimeters in diameter and 32 or 36 inches long. These hoses connect the regulator to the tank pressure gauge. The phrase "Scuba Diving High Pressure hose I.D. 3/16 (4.76 mm) W.P. 5000 PSI Exceeds SAE 100RT braid with Kevlar fiber from Dupont" is printed in white lettering on the hose's outer covering. The hoses have metal fittings on each end - one female fitting and one male fitting. "CE EN 250 230" is stamped on the female fitting and one of the following production date codes is on the male hex head fitting: T1011, T1111 or T0312.
Incidents/Injuries: Trident has received one report of a hose leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Scuba diving retailers nationwide from November 2011 through June 2012 for about $35.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact Trident Diving Equipment for a free replacement hose.
Consumer Contact: Trident Diving Equipment at (800) 234-3483, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or e-mail TridentDive@aol.com or online at www.TridentDive.com, then click on "Smooth High Pressure Hose Safety Recall" for more information.
Importer: Trident Diving Equipment, of Chatsworth, Calif. 
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Trident-Diving-Equipment-Recalls-High-Pressure-Scuba-Diving-Air-Hoses/


March 21, 2013 - Aqua Lung Recalls Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall number: 13-146
Name of product: Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles
Hazard: The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free replacement for recalled weight pocket handles. Consumer Contact: Aqua Lung; toll-free at (855) 355-7170 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.aqualung.com and click on Recall Notice for more information.
Units: About 110,000
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensators/
Description: This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles attached to weight pockets, including the following models: Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Black Diamond, Dimension, Libra, Lotus, Pearl, Pearl i3, Pro LT, Pro QD, Pro QDi3 and Zuma buoyancy compensators. The SureLock II handles are gray rubber and measure about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide. The buoyancy compensator's model name is embroidered on the inside back pad or the weight pocket's right lobe. "SureLock" is molded into the back of the weight pocket.  Incidents/Injuries: Aqua Lung is aware of 236 reports of handles detaching from the weight pockets. There are no reported injuries.
Sold at: Sporting goods and scuba diving stores nationwide from September 2008 through September 2012 for between $460 and $700 for the buoyancy compensator with the weight pockets.
Importer: Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.
Manufactured in: China and Mexico


January 10, 2013 -  High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled by A-Plus Marine
Release #13-090      Due to Drowning Hazard   
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.   
Name of Product: High-pressure scuba diving air hoses
Units: About 40
Importer: A-Plus Marine Supply, Inc., of Gulf Breeze, Fla.
Hazard: The diving hose that connects the regulator to the tank's pressure gauge can separate reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: A-Plus has received three reports of hoses separating. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recalled air hoses are high-pressure scuba air hoses with a black, smooth rubber outer covering. They are about half a centimeter in diameter and 32 or 36 inches long. These hoses connect the regulator to the tank pressure gauge. The phrase "Scuba Diving High Pressure hose I.D. 3/16" (4.76 mm) W.P. 5000 PSI Exceeds SAE 100RT braid with Kevlar fiber from Dupont" is printed in white lettering on the hose's outer covering. The hoses have metal fittings on each end. "CE EN 250 230" is stamped on the female side of the fitting and "12Q1" on the male side.
Sold at: Scuba diving retailers nationwide from April 2012 through June 2012 for about $34.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact A-Plus Marine for a free replacement hose.
Consumer Contact: A-Plus Marine; at (800) 352-2360, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.aplusmarine.com and click on the recall notice on High Pressure Braided Hose Safety Recall. Consumers can also send an email to eric@aplusmarine.com for more information.
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml13/13090.
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 352-2360

September 27, 2012 - Release #12-286 - Atomic Aquatics Recalls Cobalt Dive Computer Due to Impact and Drowning Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 270-8595     CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Cobalt Dive Computer
Units: About 4,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada
Manufacturer: Atomic Aquatics, of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Hazard: The unit can leak and cause the lens of the computer to blow off suddenly, which could result in impact injuries, and can cause a gas leak, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 23 reports of leaks caused by the lens being forcefully expelled from the computer due to excess air pressure inside the computer. No injuries were reported.
Description: This recall involves Atomic Aquatics brand Cobalt dive computers. These handheld, console-style dive computers have LCD screens and four magnetic control buttons located below the screen. A fitting at the bottom of the computer connects to the high pressure hose of a scuba diving regulator. The name Atomic Aquatics logo is imprinted on the front of the console, below the screen. The recalled products can be identified by the manufacture dates, which are determined by the first four numbers of the serial number with the first 2 digits signifying the week of manufacture (01 through 52) and the second 2 digits signifying the year of manufacture (10, 11 or 12). The dates of manufacture are between May 31, 2010 and April 16, 2012. Serial numbers, 2210-XXXX through 1612-XXXX, can be found by scrolling to the "System Info" screen on the computer.
The recall affects all Cobalt computers with serial numbers that start with any of the following numbers:
10 Series: 2210, 2910, 4010, 4710, 5010
11 Series: 1111, 1711, 2611, 2811, 3211, 3311, 3411, 3511, 3611, 3711, 3811, 3911, 4011, 4111, 4211, 4511, 4611, 5211
12 Series: 0812, 1112, 1212, 1312, 1412, 1612
Sold at: Authorized Atomic Aquatics dealers sold Cobalt dive computers from November 2010 through July 2012 for about $1200.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dive computers and return the unit to either an authorized Atomic Aquatics dealer or the Atomic Aquatics factory for inspection and repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Atomic Aquatics toll-free at (888) 270-8595 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or on firm's website at www.atomicaquatics.com. Consumers can also email the firm at sales@atomicaquatics.com
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12286.jpg
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov
Under federal law, it is illegal to attempt to sell or resell this or any other recalled product.

May 31, 2007 - Innovative Scuba Concepts Recalls Diving Regulator Components Due to Drowning Hazard
(Posted 8/18/2012 Missed this one) WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.Name of product: Swivel for a Scuba Regulator
Units: About 170      Importer: Innovative Scuba Concepts Inc., of Colorado Springs, Colo.
Hazard: The swivel, which is attached to a diving regulator, could separate while diving. This will result in a complete and sudden loss of the diver's air supply, causing the diver to engage in emergency ascent procedures. This poses a risk of decompression sickness due to rapid ascent, and air embolism or drowning if the diver panics or the emergency ascent procedure fails. Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report where the swivel separated during a dive and caused the diver to ascend using the buddy breathing technique. No injury was reported.
Description: The recall involves the HO110 Swivels sold as an aftermarket regulator component. There are no markings such as a date or production code embossed on the unit. Contact Innovative Scuba Concepts for information on where the recalled units were sold.
Sold at: Specialty retail dive stores nationwide from January 2006 through March 2007 for about $40. They also could have been installed by a dive shop regulator technician.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
Remedy: Consumers should stop using regulators with the swivel attached and contact the dive store where purchased for a refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Innovative Scuba Concepts Inc. at (800) 472-2740 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.innovativescuba.com

April 19, 2012 - Release #12-155  XS Scuba Recalls Miflex High Pressure Diving Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 249-5404  -- CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Miflex High Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses
Units: About 17,000
Distributor/Importer: XS Scuba, Inc., of Santa Ana, Calif.
Manufacturer: Miflex 2, Villasanta, Italy
Hazard: The diving hose can rupture reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: XS Scuba has received reports of 189 hose failures. There have been no reports of injuries.
Description: The high pressure hose is used to monitor cylinder pressure for the air supply in tanks for scuba diving. The hoses have MFX stamped on the hose's end fitting. They were sold as individual replacement gauge hoses and as cascade hoses and in the following kits and model numbers:
Deluxe Cylinder Equalizer w/ Miflex HP hose P/N AC366
Miflex Two-Gauge Console HL300/HL300M
Miflex Rebreather Kits MRB-EVO-LG, MRB-EVO-MD & MRB-ISP-POST-LG
Sold at: Scuba diving retailers and online between May 2009 and April 2012 for between $44 and $60 for individual hoses.
Manufactured in: Italy
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact XS Scuba to receive instructions for obtaining a free replacement hose.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact XS Scuba toll free at (888) 249-5404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and, or visit the firm's website at www.xsscuba.com
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=1569
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml12/12155.html

July 12, 2011 - Release #11-275 - DUI Weight & Trim System Classic and DUI Weight & Trim System II
Diving Unlimited International Recalls Weight Systems Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: DUI Weight & Trim System Classic and DUI Weight & Trim System II
Units: About 1,454 in the U.S. and 46 in Canada
Importer: Diving Unlimited International Inc. of San Diego
Hazard: Manufacturing defects in the lanyard connecting the handle to the pocket or the cable securing the pocket to the harness can prevent the weight pockets from easily detaching from the harness and releasing the weights when the handle is pulled. This poses a drowning hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None
Description: The weight harnesses are made of heavyweight nylon and are black in color with gray handles. The DUI logo appears on the pockets. The Weight & Trim System Classic has two small weight pockets on each side. The Weight & Trim System II has one large weight pocket on each side. Systems with large silver stripes on the sides have been inspected or repaired and are not affected by this recall.
Sold at: Diving equipment retailers nationwide and in Canada between July 2010 and April 2011 for about $124.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the systems and call DUI at (800) 325-8439 Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT or e-mail CustomerService@DUI-Online.com to receive a free repair of the system.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DUI Customer Service between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday at (800) 325-8439, by e-mail at CustomerService@DUI-Online.com or visit www.DUI-Online.com
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11275.html
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 325-8439  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

May 3, 2011  WRK Enterprises Recalls Edge and HOG Buoyancy Control Devices Due to Drowning Hazard
Release #11-212 Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 370-3483
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Edge and HOG (Highly Optimized Gear) Buoyancy Control Devices (BCD)
Units: About 750 in the U.S. and 20 in Canada
Importer: WRK Enterprises dba Edge Dive Gear of Macon, Ga.
Hazard: The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None
Description: This recall affects Edge Freedom and Stealth models, and the HOG 32lb Wing model.
The Freedom is a jacket-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and has a blue arch on the lower right side. The word "Freedom" is printed in white letters on the right front and the word "Edge" is located on a flap over the corrugated hose. Freedom BCDs with the serial numbers in the table below are affected. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in the front right zipper pocket.
Edge Freedom BCD Serial Numbers
000524 to 000551 001003 to 001022
000553 to 000554 001024 to 001103
000773 001106
000775 to 000873 001125 to 001149
000881 to 000890 001151 to 001160
000892 to 000911 001162 to 001186
000913 to 001001 001188 to 001228
The Stealth is a back flotation-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and gray with the word "Stealth" printed in white letters on the right-hand strap, and the word "Edge" on a flap over the corrugated hose. Stealth BCDs with serial numbers 000658 to 000697 are affected by this recall. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in a small zippered pocket under the left weight pocket.
The HOG 32lb Wing is an oval-shaped, donut-style BCD made of heavyweight black nylon. It is designed for single-cylinder diving with a back plate or soft pack harness system. The HOG logo, a picture of a wild boar with the words "Highly Optimized Gear" and "HOG" inside an oval, is on the top strap of the device. HOG 32lb Wing BCDs with serial numbers 9042101 to 9042128 are affected by this recall. The serial number is inside a zippered compartment on a tag attached to the inner bladder of the wing.
Sold at: Authorized Edge and HOG dealers nationwide, and in Canada from May 2009 through October 2010 for $199 to $250.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Chris Richardson at 1-888-370-3483 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.edge-gear.com

May 3, 2011  Sea Elite Systems Recalls Buoyancy Control Devices Due to Drowning Hazard
Release #11-209 Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 370-3483
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Sea Elite Systems Buoyancy Control Devices (BCD)
Units: About 405 in the U.S. and 48 in Canada
Importer: WRK Enterprises dba Edge Dive Gear of Macon, Ga.
Hazard: The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: None
Description: This recall affects Sea Elite Scout and Profile model BCDs.
The Scout is a jacket-style BCD made of lightweight nylon and is foldable. It is black with blue accents on the lower sides. The word "Scout" is printed in white letters on the right front and the words "Sea Elite" are on a flap over the corrugated hose.
Scout BCDs within the following serial number ranges are affected by this recall: 001229 to 001244 and 001246 to 001489. The serial number is printed on a tag in the front pocket.
The Profile is a jacket-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black with blue on the lower sides. The word "Profile" is printed in white letters on the right front and the words "Sea Elite" are on a flap over the corrugated hose. Profile BCDs with serial numbers in the table below are affected by this recall.
Sea Elite Profile BCD
Serial Numbers
000700 to 000729
000733 to 000763
000765 to 000772
000879
001490 to 001560
001562 to 001565
The serial number is printed on a tag in the front pocket.
Sold at: Divers Supply Store locations nationwide and online at www.divers-supply.com in Canada from May 2009 through October 2010 for about $199 to $250
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Sea Elite Systems dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Chris Richardson at 1-888-370-3483 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the Edge Dive Gear website at www.edge-gear.com
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=1330

3/2011 - Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
 Name of Product: Guardian full-face diving masks
 Units: About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada
 Manufacturer: Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.
 Hazard: The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.
 Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a disengaged assembly. No injuries have been reported.
 Description: This recall involves Guardian full-face diving masks with serial numbers 9051284 through 100070954. The serial number is printed on the main regulator body. The diving masks were sold in black with blue accent colors. The Ocean Technology Systems' logo is affixed to the front of the mask.
 Sold by: Diving equipment retailers and direct sales nationwide from September 2010 through November 2010 for about $800.
 Manufactured in: Taiwan
 Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.
 Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ocean Technology Systems toll-free at (877) 270-1984 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.otscomm.com. Consumers can also email the firm at recall@otscomm.com
 To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11180.html

18 Oct 2010 -  URGENT EDGE BCD and HOG WING RECALL!
EDGE Dive Gear, selling scuba Products under the brands EDGE and HOG (Highly Optimized Gear) today received an EDGE Freedom Buoyancy Compensator returned to a dealer with a complaint of a broken spring in the Over Pressurization Valve (OPV). This is the first report of this issue brought to the attention of EDGE Dive gear and no injuries have been reported. Upon inspection of the unit involved and other used EDGE and HOG products utilizing the same OPV design it has been determined that the springs in the OPV exhibit an unacceptable amount of corrosion. Diver Safety is our primary concern, thus we are taking fast and decisive action.
In cooperation with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, EDGE Gear is issuing a voluntary recall on all EDGE FREEDOM BCD's, Some EDGE STEALTH 2 BCD's (units with red weight release handles for weight pockets are NOT involved), HOG 32lb Single Tank wings identified as "Made in China' and all EDGE 32, 38 and 58lb wings.
IMMEDIATELY CEASE USE OF THE IDENTIFIED PRODUCTS AND RETURN THE PRODUCT TO AN AUTHORIZED EDGE DEALER OR EDGE FOR SPRING OPV REPLACEMENT.
For more information, please contact EDGE at (404)579-7631 
http://www.edge-gear..com/category_s/144.htm

June 30, 2010 Release  10- 286
Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks WTX Power Inflators Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following product. Consumers should stop using products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of product: Power Inflator
Units: About 1,380 in the U.S., 530 in Canada
Importer: Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.
Hazard: The oral inflator button is not properly bonded to the oral stem and can fall off during use, posing a leak of the buoyancy compensator contents. This poses a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: Aqua Lung America has received one report of a consumer’s oral inflate button falling off during use. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The power inflator is the black mouthpiece with the two brass buttons at the end of the corrugated hose. The recall involves all models of the Apeks WTX power inflators. Some of the recalled components were included on complete air cells. Those model numbers are: 388032, 388060, 388080, 388145, 388260, and 42775. The model number of the air cell can be found on the tag sewn on the center of the air cell or bladder.
Sold at: Diving stores in the U.S. and Canada from November 2006 through March 2010 for between $53 and $70 for the component and between $280 and $520 for the air cells.
Manufactured in: California
Remedy: Consumers should stop diving with their recalled power inflator and bring it or send it to an authorized Apeks dealer. The dealer will apply a free fix. Consumers may also ask for and receive a free replacement product.
Consumer Contact: For additional information contact the firm toll-free at (877) 253-3483 or visit the firm’s website at www.aqualung.com
CPSC is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to this product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about it by visiting https://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/incident.aspx
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 253-3483
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772

April 13, 2010 - Release #10-195 
Tabata USA Recalls Scuba Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
 Name of Product: TUSA RS-670 Regulators
 Units: About 250
 Importer: Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif.
 Hazard: The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
 Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
 Description: This recall involves R-600 first stage scuba regulators with the following serial numbers: UR600022 through UR600029, UR600031 through UR600103, UR6000637 through UR6000676, UR600708 through UR600716, UR600737 through UR600776. The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.
 Sold by: Authorized TUSA distributors and diving and equipment stores nationwide from May 2009 through September 2009 for about $450.
 Manufactured in: Japan
 Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba regulators and return the product to TUSA or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and replacement.
 Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Tabata USA at (800) 482-2282 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tusa.com  To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including a picture of the recalled product, please go to:    http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10195.html

 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 482-2282
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772   

 

April 28, 2010 - Release #10-208 
Scuba Diving Buoyancy Compensators Recalled by Ocean Management Systems Due to Drowning Hazard
 WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Buoyancy Compensators used for Scuba Diving
Units: About 20,000
Manufacturer: Ocean Management Systems Inc., of Middletown, N.Y.
Hazard: The buoyancy compensator seal ring could crack, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves buoyancy compensators with the following model numbers. Buoyancy compensators provide buoyancy control for scuba divers by allowing them to inflate or deflate the devices. The compensators were sold in black or red. "OMS" is printed on the front inside of the compensators. Item and serial numbers are printed on the warning label located in the non-inflation area of the buoyancy compensator. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available from the firm.
Item Number / Description
BC-TCPS- B / TACOPS(r) BC ; Black
BC-TCPS-R / TACOPS(r) BC ; Red
BC116-32B16 B / Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Black
BC116-32R / Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Red
BC-LGS45 / Larry Green Signature Series 45 lb. lift BC
BC-LGS70 / Larry Green Signature Series 70 lb. lift BC
BC118 - K / Dual Bladder BC [inflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red
BC115 - KB / Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Black
BC115 - KR / Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Red
BC118 - K / Dual Bladder BC [deflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red
BC117 - K45 / Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift / Black
BC117CR - K45 / Chemically Resistant 45 lb. lift / Black
BC117 - K60 / Single Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift / Black
BC117 - KB / Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Black
BC117 - KR / Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Red
BC116-45B / Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift/ Black
BC116-60B / Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Black
BC116-60R / Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Red
BC116-60C / Chemically Resistant 60 lb. lift / Black
Sold at: Dive stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2008 for about $400.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the diving equipment and contact Ocean Management Systems to receive a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ocean Management Systems toll-free at (877) 791-0315 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.omsdive.com, or email the firm at recall@omsdive.com
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10208.html
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 791-0315
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
 

Feb 2010 -  URGENT SAFETY RECALL  Mares NEMO air dive computer   
Mares Diving has announced a product safety recall involving the company's NEMO Air scuba diving computer. Under certain circumstances, the O-ring can fail and cause a slow leak of breathing gas through the Quick Connector, which could require a diver to surface quickly and face possible risk of injury or running out of air. 
Any air leak resulting from an O-ring failure would be slow, because these fittings are designed to the EN250 standard, which requires a very small (0.3mm) opening in the high-pressure hose fitting, but we nevertheless take this issue seriously and intend to correct all affected units.
The O-rings in some units may have been replaced in an earlier service campaign, but this recall requires replacing the entire metal quick connector female fitting at the end of the high pressure air hose that holds the O-ring (new Mares part no. 44200829).
Replacement connector assemblies have a groove machined around the middle of the fitting, but recalled units do not. 
ALL CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING ANY NEMO AIR DIVE COMPUTER, AND ALL RETAILERS SHOULD REMOVE THESE UNITS FROM DISTRIBUTION, UNTIL THEY HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND REPAIRED BY AN AUTHORIZED MARES DEALER / SERVICE CENTER. 
Affected product codes are:
Finished goods  
414158 – DIVE COMPUTER NEMO AIR
414159 – DIVE COMPUTER NEMO AIR W/COMPASS
Spare parts
44200771 – HP HOSE W/QUICK CONNECTOR NEMO AIR
44200770 – QUICK CONNECTOR ASSY. FEMALE NEMO AIR 
Please contact an Authorized Mares Dealer/Service Center in your area to schedule the removal and substitution of your Nemo Air computer Quick Connector Assembly Female with the new Nemo Air computer Quick Connector Assembly Female. If you want MARES to perform the above service procedures, please contact our customer service department at 1-800-874-3236 for a return authorization number.
You will need to provide the unit(s) serial number(s). 
ALL NEMO AIR QUICK CONNECTOR FEMALE ASSEMBLIES MUST BE REMOVED AND SUBSTITUTED WITH THE NEW ONE PRIOR TO DIVING NEMO AIR. THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS SERVICE. 
For detailed information please go to www.mares.com 
This voluntary recall is being conducted by Mares in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. 

December 23, 2009   Release # 10-092  
Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning  
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 338-9143  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772   
HC Media Contact: (613) 957-2983  
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.   
Name of Product: Cressi Ellipse Black MC5 Regulator    Units: About 200 
Distributor: Cressi-sub USA, of Westwood, N.J. 
Hazard: Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers. 
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of inaccurate pressure readings while the scuba regulators were in use. No injuries have been reported. 
Description: This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, making it possible for divers to breathe under water. The recalled regulators have model name Ellipse Black MC5. "Cressi MC5" and "Cressi Black" are printed on the regulator.
Sold at: Authorized dive shops nationwide and on the Internet from March 2009 through August 2009 for between $280 and $309.   Manufactured in: Italy 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consumers can also return the product to Cressi at One Charles Street, Westwood, N.J. 07675. 
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cressi at (800) 338-9143 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cressi.com  
Note: Health Canada's press release can be found at
http://cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca/PR-RP/recall-retrait-eng.jsp?re_id=924    
To see this recall on CPSC's web site including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10092.html

December 22, 2009  Release #  10-086  
Diving Equipment Recalled by Dive Rite Due to Drowning Hazard
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 495-1046  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  
Diving Equipment Recalled by Dive Rite Due to Drowning Hazard   
Name of Product: Dive Rite Wings    Units: About 16,000 
 Manufacturer: Lamartek Inc., dba Dive Rite of, Lake City, Fla.
 Hazard: The over pressure valve springs in the diving equipment could rust and fail allowing the buoyancy compensator devices to leak, posing a drowning hazard to divers.   Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The Dive Rite Wings affected in this recall include the following models: Travel, Venture, Rec, Trek, Classic, Nomad and Super Wings. The wings were sold in red, blue or black. Springs were used on wings that have an opaque white or blue tinted bladder and welded in flanges. Wings with a black bladder are not affected. Only the Dive Rite wings that have a serial number range from 42000 through 72000 are affected by this recall. The serial numbers can be found on a white tag attached along a seam of the wing. 
Sold at: Diving equipment retailers and distributors nationwide from June 2006 through October 2008 for  about $359.    Manufactured in: United States 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using recalled diving equipment and return it to an authorized distributor or dealer for a free replacement of the overpressure valve spring. 
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact your local dealer or Dive Rite at (800) 495-1046 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.diverite.com 
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10086.html

 

October 14, 2009 Release # 10-010  SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard; One Death Reported    
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 348-3529  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. 
Name of Product: Diving Air Hose for Dry Suits    Units: About 65,000 
Manufacturer: SI Tech AB, of Brastad, Sweden   
Hazard: The hose contains an insert that can dislodge during diving and restrict air flow to the diver, posing a drowning hazard. 
Incidents/Injuries: SI Tech has received six reports of hose inserts dislodging, including one that was involved in the death of a diver in Los Angeles, Calif.
Description: This recall involves a dry suit inflation hose that connects a diver's dry suit to the air supply and allows for the pumping of air into the suit to set up a positive pressure arrangement to help keep it watertight. The hose contains an air flow restricting insert that may be either black, blue or green in color. The batch code is stamped on the threaded metal end of the hose. They were sold with dry suits and also sold separately. Contact SI Tech for a list of batch codes included in this recall or visit the firm's Web site, www.sitech.se  Sold at: Diving equipment retailers and distributors nationwide from July 2006 through February 2009 for about $45.  Manufactured in: Sweden
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using diving equipment that contains the recalled low pressure inflation hoses and contact SI Tech for the location of an authorized dealer for a free repair which involves removal of the hose insert, or to receive instructions on how to repair the hose.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SI Tech at (877) 348-3529 anytime, visit www.sitech.se, or email the firm at recall@sitech.se 
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10010.html

October 1, 2009   Release # 10-002 Diving Equipment Recalled by Halcyon Manufacturing Due to Drowning Hazard     

Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 425-2966  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.   
Name of Product: Halcyon Diving Equipment   Units: About 20,300
Manufacturer: Halcyon Manufacturing Inc., of High Springs, Fla. 
Hazard: The over pressure valves (OPVs) in the diving equipment could fail allowing the buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) and the diver lift inflatable devices to leak, posing a drowning hazard to divers.  Incidents/Injuries: None reported. 
Description: This recall involves Halcyon diving equipment including the Halcyon Explorer, Eclipse, CCR35, Evolve and Pioneer Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) and Halcyon Surface Marker Buoys (SMBs), Lift Bags, Diver Alert Markers (DAMs) Surf Shuttle and Diver Lift Raft Inflatable Devices. "Halcyon" is printed on the diving equipment. 
Sold at: Diving equipment retailers and distributors from January 2006 through December 2008 for between $350 and $450 for the buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) and between $50 and $275 for the inflatable devices.   Manufactured in: United States 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using recalled diving equipment and return it to an authorized Halcyon distributor or dealer for a free inspection and, if necessary, free replacement of the overpressure valve spring. 
Consumer Contact: : For more information, contact Halcyon at (800) 425-2966 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.halcyon.net/opv-recall, or email the firm at techservices@halcyon.net  
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10002.html

June 23, 2009  Release # 09-251  
Diving Wings With Defective Inner Bladders Recalled by Poseidon Due to Drowning Hazard  
Firm's Recall Hotline: (877) 673-4366  CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.  
Name of Product: Besea W50 Diving Wings with Poseidon Inner Bladders    Units: About 300 
Distributor: Poseidon West, of West Lake Village, Calif., Poseidon Central, of Conroe, Texas, and American Divers Division, of Alexandria Bay, N.Y. 
Hazard: The inner bladder located inside the diving wing can break, causing the wing to fail to operate as a floating/buoyancy device. This poses a drowning hazard to divers  
Incidents/Injuries: Poseidon has received 15 reports of inner bladders breaking. No injuries have been reported.  
Description: The recall involves the Poseidon inner bladders with batch number 5445 sold with the Poseidon Besea W50 wings. The inner bladder is located inside the outer cover of the wing. The batch number and "Poseidon" are molded on a tab located between the "legs" of the inner bladder. 
Sold at: Poseidon dealers nationwide from September 2007 through June 2008 for about $366.   Manufactured in: Sweden 
Remedy: Consumers who have wings that contain the recalled inner bladders should stop using the wing immediately and contact Poseidon for a free replacement. 
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Poseidon toll-free at (877) 673-4366 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or send an email to info@poseidoncentral.com   
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
/www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09251

November 19, 2008;  Release #09-049;
Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard   

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. 
Name of Product: Air Compressors   Units: About 1,000
Manufacturer: Brownie's Third Lung, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Hazard: The air compressor's components can fail, which could cause a stoppage of air flow. This poses a risk of drowning to users.  Incidents/Injuries: None reported.  
Description: The recalled air compressors are used to provide air to divers. The recalled products include the following models: 
Product Models Serial Numbers  Gas-powered direct drive hookah compressor assemblies F280X, F390X, C270, C390, CTD390 14421 - 15715   Dual-head electric direct drive compressor assemblies E250, EC2 14344 - 15762   The serial number is printed on a metallic plate located on the compressor's base and on the storage case. Sold at: Brownie's Third Lung factory and various marine/diving products resellers nationwide from July 2007 through August 2008 for between $2000 and $3500.
Manufactured in: United States 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the air compressor and contact their dealer for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Consumers are being directly notified of this recall.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Brownie's Third Lung at (800) 327-0412 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.browniedive.com (pdf) 
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:  http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09049.html

September 17, 2008  
Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard  
Release #08-402   WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators  
Units: About 25,000    Distributor: Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.   Manufactured in: England
Manufacturer: Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd., of Blackburn, England 
Hazard: These regulators can be missing the diaphragm cover which can cause the diaphragm to become displaced during a dive, allowing water to enter the scuba regulator. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Accidents/Injuries: None.  
Description: This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator. 
Sold at: Authorized Apeks dealers nationwide from February 2000 through June 2008 for between $420 and $1,450.    
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop diving with these regulators and visit an authorized Apeks dealer for a free inspection and free installation of a diaphragm cover, if the cover is missing.  
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.aqualung.com  
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08402.html  

September 10, 2008  Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard
Release #08-393  
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. 
Name of Product: Titan DIN 1st Stage Scuba Regulators and Titan/Conshelf DIN Scuba Adaptors
Units: About 6,000  
Manufacturer: Aqua Lung USA, of Vista, Calif.     Manufactured in: France    
Hazard: Over-tightening of the DIN retainer by a technician during installation can result in the retainer breaking under pressure, a rapid escape of air from the scuba cylinder, and the regulator detaching from the scuba cylinder. This poses a drowning hazard to divers. 
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a DIN retainer breaking under pressure. No injuries have been reported.  
Description: The recalled regulators have a brass DIN retainer manufactured prior to June 2006. The recalled Aqua Lung Titan Din 1st Stage regulators have serial numbers lower than 6062501 stamped on the side of the regulator's body. Recalled Titan/Conshelf DIN adaptors are marked "300 BAR MAX" on the side of the part. DIN adaptors marked "300 BAR MAXI" are not included in this recall. 
Sold at: Authorized Aqua Lung dealers nationwide from January 1997 through September 2008 for about $300 to $450 for the scuba regulators or $70 for DIN adaptors sold separately.  
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving regulators and DIN adaptors and return them to any authorized Aqua Lung dealer for a free replacement DIN retainer. 
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.aqualung.com 
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08393.html

July 2008   EANx32 Recreational Dive Planner 
PADI Americas is recalling a single version of the English Imperial EANx32 Recreational Dive Planner used for calculating dive profiles. A printing error caused a series of numbers to be out of alignment, thus incorrect. The risk of injury from these errors is remote and no injuries have been reported.  
All RDPs included in this recall bear the printing mark "Printed in the USA" located on the back of the table, upper right corner. The product number and production code are located on the lower right corner, also on the back of the table.
The product number and production code affected by this recall are: 
Product No. 60049 Ver 1.2 (Rev 02/03) XXXPDK7  
The product code digits indicated by "X" may vary. The last four digits "PDK7" indicate a recalled table, irrespective of what the first three digits are.  
As a double check, on Table 3, check the 110 foot row under Pressure Group G. The table should indicate a Residual Nitrogen Time (upper number in white) of 13 and an Actual Bottom Time (lower number in green) of 12. If this box is blank, you have a misprinted table. 
We will be notifying consumers certified as PADI Enriched Air Divers after 17 January 2008 via the PADI website, e-mail and other means. They will be directed to stop using the recalled RDP immediately and bring them to any PADI Dive Center/Resort or return them to PADI for a free replacement. If you replace one of these RDPs for a consumer, please notify your Sales Representative to receive your replacement product. 
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your assistance by including this information when you communicate with your customers. Please contact PADI Americas if you have any concerns or questions.   EANx Recall Notification   http://www.padi.com/promo.asp?ID=4233

December 11, 2007: ROMI Recalls SCUBA Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
Release #08-127      Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 636-9390
ROMI Recalls SCUBA Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Oceanic and AERIS SCUBA Regulator First Stages  
Units: About 6,000 
Manufacturer: ROMI Enterprises, of San Leandro, Calif.
Hazard: An internal component that seals air between the high pressure first-stage and the intermediate pressure second-stage can fail. This can result in uncontrolled flow of air to the diver and pose a risk of serious injury or death.
Incidents/Injuries: ROMI has received two reports of units malfunctioning during diving and six reports of units malfunctioning while being tested by dealers prior to delivery to consumers. No injuries reported.      
Description and Models: The recall involves the following regulator first stages: 
Oceanic Regulator First Stages:
Model CDX5 - Certain serial numbers from 30202856 through 51312641 and purchased from May 2006 through October 2007  
Model FDX10 - Certain serial numbers from 51408026 through 51411813 and purchased from May 2006 through October 2007 
Models CDX, DXi, DX3, DX4, and TDX5 - All serial numbers and serviced from May 2006 through October 2007  
AERIS Regulator First Stages:
Model AT400: Certain serial numbers from 30200036 through 51311560 and purchased from May 2006 through October 2007
Balanced Diaphragm: All serial numbers and serviced from May 2006 through October 2007
The model and serial numbers are stamped on the side of the body or on the body's rubber covering. 
Sold at: The items were either sold or repaired at authorized Oceanic and AERIS retailers nationwide from May 2006 through October 2007. The items sold for between $300 and $500.  Manufactured in: United States and Taiwan 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled regulator first stages and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer for a free replacement part.
Consumer Contact: For further information or to determine if your specific unit is affected, contact ROMI toll-free at (888) 636-9390  between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Oceanic customers can send an e-mail to service@oceanicusa.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.oceanicworldwide.com.
AERIS customers can send an e-mail to info@diveaeris.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.diveaeris.com   
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: 
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08127.html

August 29, 2007  - M&J Engineering Recalls Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard   
Release #07-293   
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product:AGA Swivels for Scuba Diving Masks
Units: About 1,500
Manufacturer: M&J Engineering, of Poway, Calif.
Hazard: The swivel, which is attached to a diving mask, could separate while diving. This will result in a sudden loss of the diver's air supply, causing the diver to engage in emergency ascent. This poses a risk of decompression sickness due to rapid ascent or drowning.
Incidents/Injuries: M&J Engineering has received one report of swivels separating from the masks while diving. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves all SW-3000 2nd stage 360-degree swivels for scuba diving masks manufactured between January 2004 and February 2005. The swivel has the date stamped on its body, below the patent number. Swivels that are already repaired have an arrow stamped on the top right corner of the swivel body.
Sold at: Diving retail stores nationwide between January 2004 and February 2005 for about $60.
Manufactured in: USA
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba diving masks with the swivel attached and contact M&J Engineering to receive a free repair.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact M&J Engineering toll-free at (888) 794-8351 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT,
e-mail sales@omniswivel.com, or visit the company's Web site at  www.mj-engineering.com   
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml07/07293.html

October 3, 2006 - Scubapro Recalls MK 20 Scuba Regulators for Service   
WASHINGTON -- The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators
Units: About 48,500 units.
Manufacturer: Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.
Hazard: Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result in a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or underwater incidents have been reported. Scubapro® USA has received eight reports of units that failed after being serviced.
Description: The recall involves first stage regulators that are marked with the Scubapro brand and identified as the MK20.
Sold at: Authorized Scubapro® dealers nationwide from January 1996 through December 2001 for about $260.
Manufactured in: Italy and United States.
Remedy: Scubapro® USA has been providing a service upgrade kit via the authorized dealer network since May 2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Consumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has been completed by counting the vents on the plastic saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade has not been completed, the consumer should bring the regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have the service upgrade completed free of charge.
Consumer Contact: For assistance in locating the nearest authorized Scubapro® dealer or for more information, contact Scubapro® USA toll-free at (800) 731-6685 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.scubapro-uwatec.com

July 19, 2006  Suunto Dive Computers Recalled Due to Decompression Hazard
Release #06-216; Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 543-9124
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772; CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908  
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. 
Name of Product: Suunto D9 and D6 Model Wristop Dive Computers 
Units: About 3,900  
Manufacturer: Suunto Oy, of Finland  
Hazard: These dive computers could incorrectly track dive time, which could cause incorrect calculation of decompression requirements. This could lead to decompression sickness.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported   
Description: The D9 and D6 diving instruments are advanced, gas-switching, multi-mode, decompression dive wristop computers. The products included are: the D9 model with serial numbers 62102582 and below; and the D6 model with serial numbers 62103693 and below. The serial number is located on the side of the product. The model number is located on the back of the product. 
Sold at: Diving specialty shops nationwide, as well as various Web sites, from September 2004 through June 2006 for about $1,275 for the D9 (without wireless transmitter) and $900 for the D6. 
Manufactured In: Finland 
Remedy: Consumers should only use these dive computers with backup instrumentation. Consumers should bring the recalled units to the nearest authorized Suunto dealer for a software update to correct the problem. A free battery replacement and pressure testing will be provided as part of the free software update service. All updated products will be marked with an indelible white dot on the back of the unit, or with an engraved "U" near the serial number. 
Consumer Contact: For additional information and a list of authorized retailers, visit Suunto's Web site at www.suunto.com, call Suunto at (800) 543-9124 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Friday, or email the firm at SuuntoD9-D6@nordictelecenter.fi  
To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml06/06216.html

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