Recalls / 2005-09-02
CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters
05600 · Recalled 2005-09-02 · CPSC page
Description
The Aqua Scout Water Scooter is a hand-held, battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller. There are no model numbers or brand name written on the scooter.
Hazards
Hydrogen gas can build up in the battery compartment and cause the battery cover and the battery package to forcefully expel from the product, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Reported injuries
Aqua Scout has received five reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including two reports of minor injuries such as lacerations and bruising.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Aqua Scout Water Scooters | About 475 |
Parties
- Importer
- MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout, of Minetto, N.Y.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Online at the Aqua Scout Web site, through eBay, from May 2005 through July 2005, for about $120.
Consumer contact
Consumers have been contacted directly by Aqua Scout. For additional information, contact Aqua Scout via e-mail at matchoo5050@yahoo.com, by telephone at (315) 343-0369 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Aqua Scout Web site at www.aquascout.us
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Source: CPSC recall 05600. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.