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CPSC, Custom Buoyancy Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Diving Devices

Reported: January 30, 2002 Initiated: January 30, 2002 #02093

Product Description

The recalled overpressure valve is installed on buoyancy control systems with the following brand names: Diving Unlimited International (DUI), International Divers, Ocean Management Systems, Rip Tide and Steam Machines. Brand names and logos are printed on the epaulettes and pockets. These buoyancy control systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The date code, printed on an instructional label sewn to the buoyancy control system, is the first four numbers after the brand name abbreviation. The first two numbers indicate the month and the second two numbers indicate the year. The recall includes date codes from October 2000 through June 2001. Valves with an asterisk below the serial number are not involved in this recall.

Reason for Recall

The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves immediately and contact the CBI dealer where purchased, for a free replacement valve.

Details

Units Affected
7,700
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Custom-Buoyancy-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Scuba-Diving-Devices

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled overpressure valve is installed on buoyancy control systems with the following brand names: Diving Unlimited International (DUI), International Divers, Ocean Management Systems, Rip Tide and Steam Machines. Brand names and logos are printed on the epaulettes and pockets. These buoyancy control systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The date code, printed on an instructional label sewn to the buoyancy control system, is the first four numbers after the brand name abbreviation. The first two numbers indicate the month and the second two numbers indicate the year. The recall includes date codes from October 2000 through June 2001. Valves with an asterisk below the serial number are not involved in this recall.. Recalled by Custom Buoyancy Inc. (CBI), of Torrance, Calif.. Units affected: 7,700.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves immediately and contact the CBI dealer where purchased, for a free replacement valve.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 30, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02093.

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