CPSC recall · Reported December 23, 2009
Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning
Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The in…
Cressi-sub USA, of Westwood, N.j. recalled This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, makin….
Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning was recalled by Cressi-sub USA, of Westwood, N.j. in December 23, 2009. Reason: Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, r…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi author…. Verify recall #10092 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cressi-sub USA, of Westwood, N.j. issued this CPSC recall-Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, r….
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- agency class
- December 23, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10092 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.
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Product description
This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, making it possible for divers to breathe under water. The recalled regulators have model name Ellipse Black MC5. "Cressi MC5" and "Cressi Black" are printed on the regulator.
Reason for recall
Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consumers can also return the product to Cressi at One Charles Street, Westwood, N.J. 07675.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10092 |
| Date reported | December 23, 2009 |
| Date initiated | December 23, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Cressi-sub USA, of Westwood, N.j. |
| Affected scope | About 200 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consum…
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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