CPSC2006-06-22
Oceanic Recalls Digital Dive Computer Due to Decompression Hazard
Oceanic, of San Leandro, Calif.
Hazard
When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.
Remedy
Consumers should discard this recalled product. The remedy is no longer available.
Sold at
Authorized Oceanic dealers sold Versa Pro 2A digital dive computers nationwide from March 2003 through April 2006 for between $430 and $640.
Affected count
About 6,100
Injuries reported
Oceanic has received one report of the dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
Versa Pro 2A Digital Dive Computer
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Oceanic toll-free at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at service@oceanicusa.com, or write to: Oceanic, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, Calif. 94577.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Oceanic-Recalls-Digital-Dive-Computer-Due-to-Decompression-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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