Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Durapro Systems
USScuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Durapro Systems
Recalling Firm: Durapro Systems
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Drowning
Product Description & Identification
Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Durapro Systems NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 1998 Release # 98-127 Company Phone Number: (800) 345-6634 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Durapro Systems Announce Recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Durapro Systems, of Homosassa, Fla., is recalling about 1,955 scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs). Under normal scuba diving conditions, the hoses on these BCDs can separate from the jacket, and possibly cause drowning. Durapro systems is aware of three reports of these low-pressure inflator hoses separating from these BCDs. No injuries have been reported. These recalled Durapro Systems BCDs are the Cirrus, Stratus, Aruba, Slimline and Resort. The low-pressure hoses on the BCDs, part number 302, connects the first stage regulator to the BCD power inflator valve. These hoses are identified with the following markings: "PLIOVIC MULTI PURPOSE 1/4" 1/D (6.4 mm) 250 PSI WP (1.7 MPA)...MADE IN USA...GOODYEAR." Retail dive stores and a mail-order catalogue sold these BCDs from January 1996 through May 1998 for about $179 to $359. Consumers who purchased one of thesea Durapro Systems BCDs should stop using it immediately. The hose from the BCD should be returned to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement hose. For additional information, consumers should call Durapro Systems toll free at (800) 345-6634 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday.
Affected Products
Durapro Aruba scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs); Durapro Cirrus scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs); Durapro Resort scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs); Durapro Slimline scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs); Durapro Stratus scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs)
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1998/CPSC-Durapro-Systems-Announce-Recall-of-Scuba-Buoyancy-Compensator-Devices-BCDs |
| Title | Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Durapro Systems |
| Hazards › Name | Drowning |
| Products › 1 › Name | Durapro Aruba scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) |
| Products › 2 › Name | Durapro Cirrus scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) |
| Products › 3 › Name | Durapro Resort scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) |
| Products › 4 › Name | Durapro Slimline scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) |
| Products › 5 › Name | Durapro Stratus scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs) |
| Products › 5 › Type | Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Products › 5 › Category I D | 2118 |
| Recall I D | 6171 |
| Recall Date | 1998-06-16T00:00:00 |
| Description | Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Durapro Systems NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 16, 1998 Release # 98-127 Company Phone Number: (800) 345-6634 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Durapro Systems Announce Recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Durapro Systems, of Homosassa, Fla., is recalling about 1,955 scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs). Under normal scuba diving conditions, the hoses on these BCDs can separate from the jacket, and possibly cause drowning. Durapro systems is aware of three reports of these low-pressure inflator hoses separating from these BCDs. No injuries have been reported. These recalled Durapro Systems BCDs are the Cirrus, Stratus, Aruba, Slimline and Resort. The low-pressure hoses on the BCDs, part number 302, connects the first stage regulator to the BCD power inflator valve. These hoses are identified with the following markings: "PLIOVIC MULTI PURPOSE 1/4" 1/D (6.4 mm) 250 PSI WP (1.7 MPA)...MADE IN USA...GOODYEAR." Retail dive stores and a mail-order catalogue sold these BCDs from January 1996 through May 1998 for about $179 to $359. Consumers who purchased one of thesea Durapro Systems BCDs should stop using it immediately. The hose from the BCD should be returned to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement hose. For additional information, consumers should call Durapro Systems toll free at (800) 345-6634 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday. |
| Recall Number | 98127 |
| Manufacturers › Name | Durapro Systems |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-03-10T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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