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Huish Outdoors Recalls Buoyancy Control Devices (BCDs) Due to Drowning Hazard

Reported: October 23, 2018 Initiated: October 23, 2018 #19018

Product Description

This recall involves Zeagle Sport BCD inflators. BCDs are used to help a diver maintain buoyancy under water during scuba diving. Models include Sport Base, Sport Resort, Sport Base Plus, Sport Resort Plus, and Sport Focus. Serial numbers are located on the inside of BCD pocket. Affected serial numbers: 620150000 - 620150800 2015081625 - 2015080921 2016035830 - 2016034676 1030062 - 1030001 2015114475 - 2015112942 1012775 - 1012051 2015092740 - 2015091746 1011765 - 1010001

Reason for Recall

Buttons on the Zeagle Sport BCD inflators can break or fracture leading to a rapid loss of air or auto inflation of the BCD, posing a drowning hazard to scuba divers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs and call Zeagle for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,600 (In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Zeagle Sport BCD inflators. BCDs are used to help a diver maintain buoyancy under water during scuba diving. Models include Sport Base, Sport Resort, Sport Base Plus, Sport Resort Plus, and Sport Focus. Serial numbers are located on the inside of BCD pocket. Affected serial numbers: 620150000 - 620150800 2015081625 - 2015080921 2016035830 - 2016034676 1030062 - 1030001 2015114475 - 2015112942 1012775 - 1012051 2015092740 - 2015091746 1011765 - 1010001. Recalled by Huish Outdoors LLC, dba Zeagle, of Salt Lake City, Utah. Units affected: About 2,600 (In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
Buttons on the Zeagle Sport BCD inflators can break or fracture leading to a rapid loss of air or auto inflation of the BCD, posing a drowning hazard to scuba divers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs and call Zeagle for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 23, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 19018.