CPSC2013-04-18

Trident Diving Equipment Recalls High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard

Trident Diving Equipment, of Chatsworth, Calif.

Product photos

High-pressure scuba air hose with a black, smooth rubber outer covering

Location of date code on the male fitting

Hazard

The diving hose that connects the regulator to the tank's pressure gauge can leak, posing a drowning hazard to the user.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact Trident Diving Equipment for a free replacement hose.

Sold at

Scuba diving retailers nationwide from November 2011 through June 2012 for about $35.

Affected count

About 200

Injuries reported

Trident has received one report of a hose leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Manufactured in

Taiwan

Remedy type

Replace

Products

High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses

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.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Trident-Diving-Equipment-Recalls-High-Pressure-Scuba-Diving-Air-Hoses

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