Tabata USA Recalls Scuba Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-04-13). Hazards: drowning. About 250 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10195 |
| Published | 2010-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Products | TUSA RS-670 Regulators |
| Firm named in the title | Tabata USA |
| Firms | Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Japan |
| Units (US) | 250 |
| Hazard classes | drowning |
| Remedy classes | replace, inspect, stop use |
| Sold | Authorized TUSA distributors and diving and equipment stores nationwide from May 2009 through September 2009 for about $450. |
Description
This recall involves R-600 first stage scuba regulators with the following serial numbers: UR600022 through UR600029, UR600031 through UR600103, UR6000637 through UR6000676, UR600708 through UR600716, UR600737 through UR600776. The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.
Hazard
The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba regulators and return the product to TUSA or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and replacement.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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