Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard

The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.

Recall #: 11180
Affected scope: About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

Verify with CPSC →

View my saved recalls

Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif. recalled This recall involves Guardian full-face diving masks with serial numbers 9051284 through ….

Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard was recalled by Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif. in March 22, 2011. Reason: The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Sys…. Verify recall #11180 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver….

None
agency class: March 22, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11180 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.

Product description

Reason for recall

The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.

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	11180
Date reported	March 22, 2011
Date initiated	March 22, 2011
Recalling firm	Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.
Affected scope	About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada
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 diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a te…

Check the recall number (11180) 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 recall involves Guardian full-face diving masks with serial numbers 9051284 through 10070954. The serial number is printed on the main regulator body. The diving masks were sold in various colors. The Ocean Technology Systems' logo is affixed to the front of the mask.. Recalled by Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.. Units affected: About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 22, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11180.

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.

Nationwide recalls with similar severity or category timing

Consumer-product notices outside this firm and state, matched by severity timing and product category.

Similar severity · nearest report date

Same archive severity grade, closest by report date among other firms and states.

Scotch Corporation Recalls Instant Power … 2011-03-22 Second Infant Death Prompts Re-Announceme… 2011-03-22 Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Combo Axe… 2011-03-23 HONDA 2011: VISIBILITY 2011-03-21

Similar Household Products · nearest report date

Same product category, closest by report date among other firms and states (deduped against the severity set).

Kingsman Fireplaces Recalls Gas Fireplace… 2011-03-24 Kawasaki Motor Recalls Backpack Blowers D… 2011-03-17 Pogo Sticks Recalled by Bravo Sports Due … 2011-03-16 Exmark Recalls Pioneer S-Series Mowers Du… 2011-03-29

Compare this recall with CCM Hockey U.S. Recalls FMHVR Hybrid Visors and ACCHVR Repl… → · All Household Products recalls

This recall: CPSC, reported March 22, 2011. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy; related-recall context is computed across the full archive.

Methodology · Corrections · Archive as of August 2026