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CPSC recall · Reported December 9, 2004

CPSC, SCUBAPRO Announce Recall of Converter Kit

An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.

Recall #
05523
Affected scope
3,300
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Scubapro of El Cajon, Ca recalled This alert is only for consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on ….

CPSC, SCUBAPRO Announce Recall of Converter Kit was recalled by Scubapro of El Cajon, Ca in December 9, 2004. Reason: An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to c…. Remedy: Consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy…. Verify recall #05523 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Scubapro of El Cajon, Ca issued this CPSC recall-An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to c….

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agency class
3K units
affected scope
December 9, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05523 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

This alert is only for consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator. Divers who use the Air 2 on a SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator are not affected by this alert.

Reason for recall

An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator should immediately stop use and contact SCUBAPRO. They will be instructed to take their buoyancy compensator with the Air 2 intact to their authorized SCUBAPRO dealers for a free replacement.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 05523
Date reported December 9, 2004
Date initiated December 9, 2004
Recalling firm Scubapro of El Cajon, Ca
Affected scope 3,300
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

3,300 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

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What to do with this recall

Consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator should immediately stop use…

  • Check the recall number (05523) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This alert is only for consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator. Divers who use the Air 2 on a SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator are not affected by this alert.. Recalled by Scubapro of El Cajon, Ca. Units affected: 3,300.
Why was this product recalled?
An insufficient bond may cause a break in the converter coupling, which could impact the diver's ability to control buoyancy.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator should immediately stop use and contact SCUBAPRO. They will be instructed to take their buoyancy compensator with the Air 2 intact to their authorized SCUBAPRO dealers for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 9, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05523.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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