Recalls / 2010-06-30
Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks WTX Power Inflators Due to Drowning Hazard
10286 · Recalled 2010-06-30 · CPSC page
Description
The power inflator is the black mouthpiece with the two brass buttons at the end of the corrugated hose. The recall involves all models of the Apeks WTX power inflators. Some of the recalled components were included on complete air cells. Those model numbers are: 388032, 388060, 388080, 388145, 388260, and 42775. The model number of the air cell can be found on the tag sewn on the center of the air cell or bladder.
Hazards
The oral inflator button is not properly bonded to the oral stem and can fall off during use, posing a leak of the buoyancy compensator contents. This poses a drowning hazard.
Reported injuries
Aqua Lung America has received one report of a consumer's oral inflate button falling off during use. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop diving with their recalled power inflator and bring it or send it to an authorized Apeks dealer. The dealer will apply a free fix. Consumers may also ask for and receive a free replacement product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Power Inflator | About 1,380 in the U.S., 530 in Canada |
Parties
- Importer
- Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.
- Made in
- United States
- Sold at
- Diving stores in the U.S., Canada, $70 for the component, between $280, $520 for the air cells.
Consumer contact
For additional information contact the firm toll-free at (877) 253-3483 or visit the firm's website at www.aqualung.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10286. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.