Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard
USHollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard
Recalling Firm: Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The dive computer, when used with an optional integrated transmitter, can malfunction and display an incorrect tank pressure reading to the diver. A diver could unknowingly deplete their air supply based on the reading, resulting in drowning.
Product Description & Identification
The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142 that may be used with integrated transmitters that monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn on the diver's wrist like a watch. The name of the product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the unit and the serial number is printed on the back of the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive computers with software labeled Revision 1A, viewed on the computer's display are included in the recall.
Affected Products
Hollis DG03 Dive Computers
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Hollis-Recalls-Digital-Dive-Computers |
| Title | Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13236.Hollis%2520dive%2520computerLARGE.jpg |
| Images › Caption | Hollis DG03 Dive Computer |
| Hazards › Name | The dive computer, when used with an optional integrated transmitter, can malfunction and display an incorrect tank pressure reading to the diver. A diver could unknowingly deplete their air supply based on the reading, resulting in drowning. |
| Injuries › Name | Hollis has received two reports of dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Hollis DG03 Dive Computers |
| Products › Type | Scuba Diving |
| Products › Category I D | 68330 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 1,000 |
| Recall I D | 1416 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should stop using the recalled dive computers until the unit's operating system is upgraded to revision 1B. Consumers can download the upgrade from the firm's website or contact an authorized Hollis dealer for assistance. |
| Retailers › Name | Authorized Hollis dealers nationwide from July 2011 through May 2013 for about $500. |
| Recall Date | 2013-07-11T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142 that may be used with integrated transmitters that monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn on the diver's wrist like a watch. The name of the product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the unit and the serial number is printed on the back of the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive computers with software labeled Revision 1A, viewed on the computer's display are included in the recall. |
| Recall Number | 13236 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif. |
| Remedy Options › Option | Repair |
| Consumer Contact | Hollis toll-free at (888) 383-3483 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail at info@hollisgear.com or online at www.hollisgear.com and click Safety Notices for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-04-28T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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