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AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards

Name: AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards
Brand: AQUALUNG Group, of Carlsbad, California
SKU: CPSC-23021
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Published: October 20, 2022Recall ID: 23021Category: generalCountry: US

Reason for Recall / Hazard

The dump valve knob can get stuck when the recalled BCD is inflated, opening the dump valve which stops the BCD from fully inflating. This can result in a loss of buoyancy control and poses injury (decompression sickness) and drowning hazards.

Product Description & Identification

This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve.

Affected Products

Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/AQUALUNG-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensator-Devices-Due-to-Injury-and-Drowning-Hazards
Title	AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/1_88.png
Images › 1 › Caption	Recalled BCD Models BT1380108ML / BT1380108XLXXL – Orange Trim
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/2_74.png
Images › 2 › Caption	Recalled Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Pouch/Bag
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/3_54.png
Images › 3 › Caption	Recalled BCD Model BT1380110ML / BT1380110XLXXL – Gray Trim
Hazards › Name	The dump valve knob can get stuck when the recalled BCD is inflated, opening the dump valve which stops the BCD from fully inflating. This can result in a loss of buoyancy control and poses injury (decompression sickness) and drowning hazards.
Injuries › Name	The firm has received one report of buoyancy control loss due to a dump valve stuck open. No injuries have been reported.
Products › Name	Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)
Products › Number Of Units	330
Recall I D	9429
Remedies › Name	Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensator devices and take them back to the place where purchased for a free repair. If a consumer is unable to return the product to a dealer where purchased, they should reach out to AQUALUNG directly for instructions to receive a free repair.
Retailers › Name	Dive stores nationwide and online at Aqualung.com and other diver supply online retailers from August 2021 through June 2022 for about $1,000.
Recall Date	2022-10-20T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve.
Recall Number	23021
Manufacturers › Name	AQUALUNG Group, of Carlsbad, California
Remedy Options › Option	Repair
Consumer Contact	AQUALUNG toll-free at 877-379-7694 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email support@aqualung.com or online at https://us.aqualung.com/en/recall-information.html or at www.aqualung.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.
Last Publish Date	2022-10-20T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	Mexico

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Recalling FirmAQUALUNG Group, of Carlsbad, California

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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