CPSC2013-06-05

DiveAlert Emergency Signaling Devices Recalled by Ideations Due to Drowning Hazard

Ideations DiveAlert, of Seattle, Wash.

Product photos

Recalled Model DA2 DiveAlert signaling device

Recalled Model DP2 DiveAlert PLUS signaling device

Recalled Model DV2 DiveAlert PLUS signaling device

Only the top coupling without any words stamped on the collar are recalled.

Hazard

The signaling device can malfunction when used and restrict the diver'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.

Sold at

Dive equipment stores nationwide from July 2009 through May 2013 for between $70 and $90.

Affected count

About 2,500

Injuries reported

None reported

Manufactured in

United States

Remedy type

Repair

Products

DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS signaling devices

Consumer contact

DiveAlert, at (800) 275-4332 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by e-mail at info@divealert.com or online at www.divealert.com and click on Recall for more information

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/DiveAlert-Emergency-Signaling-Devices-Recalled-by-Ideations

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