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CPSC recall · Reported May 3, 2011

WRK Enterprises Recalls Edge and HOG Buoyancy Control Devices Due to Drowning Hazard

The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

Recall #
11212
Affected scope
About 750 in the U.S. and 20 in Canada
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The CPSC recalled This recall affects Edge Freedom and Stealth models, and the HOG 32lb Wing model. The Fre….

WRK Enterprises Recalls Edge and HOG Buoyancy Control Devices Due to Drowning Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 3, 2011. Reason: The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retai…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge de…. Verify recall #11212 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retai….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11212 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 affects Edge Freedom and Stealth models, and the HOG 32lb Wing model. The Freedom is a jacket-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and has a blue arch on the lower right side. The word "Freedom" is printed in white letters on the right front and the word "Edge" is located on a flap over the corrugated hose. Freedom BCDs with the serial numbers in the table below are affected. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in the front right zipper pocket. Edge Freedom BCD Serial Numbers 000524 to 000551 001003 to 001022 000553 to 000554 001024 to 001103 000773 001106 000775 to 000873 001125 to 001149 000881 to 000890 001151 to 001160 000892 to 000911 001162 to 001186 000913 to 001001 001188 to 001228 The Stealth is a back flotation-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and gray with the word "Stealth" printed in white letters on the right-hand strap, and the word "Edge" on a flap over the corrugated hose. Stealth BCDs with serial numbers 000658 to 000697 are affected by this recall. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in a small zippered pocket under the left weight pocket. The HOG 32lb Wing is an oval-shaped, donut-style BCD made of heavyweight black nylon. It is designed for single-cylinder diving with a back plate or soft pack harness system. The HOG logo, a picture of a wild boar with the words "Highly Optimized Gear" and "HOG" inside an oval, is on the top strap of the device. HOG 32lb Wing BCDs with serial numbers 9042101 to 9042128 are affected by this recall. The serial number is inside a zippered compartment on a tag attached to the inner bladder of the wing.

Reason for recall

The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge.

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 11212
Date reported May 3, 2011
Date initiated May 3, 2011
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 750 in the U.S. and 20 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 BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall affects Edge Freedom and Stealth models, and the HOG 32lb Wing model. The Freedom is a jacket-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and has a blue arch on the lower right side. The word "Freedom" is printed in white letters on the right front and the word "Edge" is located on a flap over the corrugated hose. Freedom BCDs with the serial numbers in the table below are affected. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in the front right zipper pocket. Edge Freedom BCD Serial Numbers 000524 to 000551 001003 to 001022 000553 to 000554 001024 to 001103 000773 001106 000775 to 000873 001125 to 001149 000881 to 000890 001151 to 001160 000892 to 000911 001162 to 001186 000913 to 001001 001188 to 001228 The Stealth is a back flotation-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and gray with the word "Stealth" printed in white letters on the right-hand strap, and the word "Edge" on a flap over the corrugated hose. Stealth BCDs with serial numbers 000658 to 000697 are affected by this recall. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in a small zippered pocket under the left weight pocket. The HOG 32lb Wing is an oval-shaped, donut-style BCD made of heavyweight black nylon. It is designed for single-cylinder diving with a back plate or soft pack harness system. The HOG logo, a picture of a wild boar with the words "Highly Optimized Gear" and "HOG" inside an oval, is on the top strap of the device. HOG 32lb Wing BCDs with serial numbers 9042101 to 9042128 are affected by this recall. The serial number is inside a zippered compartment on a tag attached to the inner bladder of the wing.. Units affected: About 750 in the U.S. and 20 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 3, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11212.
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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