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CPSC recall · Reported October 18, 2016

TUSA Recalls Diving Computers Due to Drowning and Injury Hazards

The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury hazard due to decompression sickness.

Recall #
17016
Affected scope
About 175
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Tabata USA Inc. (Tusa), of Long Beach, Calif. recalled This recall involves TUSA DC Solar Link IQ1204 diving computers. The black or white and b….

TUSA Recalls Diving Computers Due to Drowning and Injury Hazards was recalled by Tabata USA Inc. (Tusa), of Long Beach, Calif. in October 18, 2016. Reason: The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to…. Verify recall #17016 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Tabata USA Inc. (Tusa), of Long Beach, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury….

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October 18, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17016 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 recall involves TUSA DC Solar Link IQ1204 diving computers. The black or white and blue wrist-watch style diving computers have a digital screen. TUSA is printed on the front of the diving computer. The model number and serial number is printed on the back of the diving computer below "TUSA DC Solar Link." Recalled diving computers have serial numbers 6TA0001 - 6TA2864.

Reason for recall

The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury hazard due to decompression sickness.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to receive a free replacement diving computer.

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 17016
Date reported October 18, 2016
Date initiated October 18, 2016
Recalling firm Tabata USA Inc. (Tusa), of Long Beach, Calif.
Affected scope About 175
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 recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to receive a free replacement diving compu…

  • Check the recall number (17016) 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 TUSA DC Solar Link IQ1204 diving computers. The black or white and blue wrist-watch style diving computers have a digital screen. TUSA is printed on the front of the diving computer. The model number and serial number is printed on the back of the diving computer below "TUSA DC Solar Link." Recalled diving computers have serial numbers 6TA0001 - 6TA2864.. Recalled by Tabata USA Inc. (Tusa), of Long Beach, Calif.. Units affected: About 175.
Why was this product recalled?
The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury hazard due to decompression sickness.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to receive a free replacement diving computer.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 18, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17016.
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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