Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-09-17). Hazards: drowning. About 25,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08402 |
| Published | 2008-09-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Products | Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators |
| Firm named in the title | Aqua Lung |
| Firms | Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd., of Blackburn, England (manufacturer); Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | England |
| Units (US) | 25,000 |
| Hazard classes | drowning |
| Remedy classes | inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized Apeks dealers nationwide from February 2000 through June 2008 for between $420 and $1,450. |
Description
This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator.
Hazard
These regulators can be missing the diaphragm cover, which can cause the diaphragm to become displaced during a dive, allowing water to enter the scuba regulator. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop diving with these regulators and visit an authorized Apeks dealer for a free inspection and free installation of a diaphragm cover, if the cover is missing.
Incidents and injuries
None.
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