CPSC2013-03-07
U.S. Divers and Aqua Lung Sport Brand Youth Snorkeling Masks Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
Aqua Lung Inc., of Vista, Calif.
Hazard
Notches in the tempered glass can cause the lens to break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask.
Sold at
Academy, Dick's, The Sports Authority and other sporting goods stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other Internet retailers from March 2011 through July 2012 for about $10 individually and $30 as a set.
Affected count
About 130,000 units
Injuries reported
The firm has received nine reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including three reports of the minor cuts and scratches to the face.
Manufactured in
Thailand
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Santa Cruz Jr. Youth Snorkeling Masks
Consumer contact
U.S. Divers; toll-free at (888) 606-6162 anytime, or online at www.usdivers.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/US-Divers-and-Aqua-Lung-Sport-Brand-Youth-Snorkeling-Masks-RecalledDon't want to check this manually?
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