Recalls / 2004-09-02
CPSC, Pelagic Pressure Systems Announce Recall of SCUBA BC Inflators
04210 · Recalled 2004-09-02 · CPSC page
Description
The recall includes Oceanic-brand Reliant BC inflators and AERIS-brand AW3 BC inflators. The Oceanic Reliant-type inflators have three flow-through holes in the hand grip of the lower inflator mechanism. The AERIS AW3 inflator has one flow-through hole in the hand grip of the lower inflator mechanism.
Hazards
Inflator buttons can stick, which can cause uncontrolled inflation of the BC. This could cause divers to ascend too fast, resulting in decompression sickness as well as the danger of an embolism.
Reported injuries
Pelagic has received eight reports of the buttons sticking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using BCs fitted with the recalled inflators immediately and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer to get a free repair.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanic-brand Reliant Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators and AERIS-brand AW3 BC Inflators | About 11,600 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Pelagic Pressure Systems
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Authorized Oceanic dealers sold BCs fitted with Reliant inflators nationwide, from February 2004 through June 2004, for, $550. Authorized AERIS dealers sold BCs fitted with AW3 inflators, from May 2004 through June 2004, $560.
Consumer contact
Call Pelagic toll-free at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, send an email to service@oceanicusa.com or info2@diveaeris.com, or write to Pelagic Pressure Systems, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577.
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Source: CPSC recall 04210. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.