CPSC2013-03-21
Aqua Lung Recalls Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard
Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.
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.
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.
Affected count
About 110,000
Injuries reported
Aqua Lung is aware of 236 reports of handles detaching from the weight pockets. There are no reported injuries.
Manufactured in
China, Mexico
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II 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.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Buoyancy-CompensatorsDon't want to check this manually?
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