Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard

This recall involves Guardian full-face diving masks with serial numbers 9051284 through 10070954. The serial number is printed on the main regulator body. The diving masks were sold in various colors. The Ocean Technology Systems' logo is affixed to the front of the mask.. Recalled by Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.. Units affected: About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada.

The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.

Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 22, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11180.