Scubapro® X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning
Scubapro® X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning Hazard
Why was Scubapro® X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning recalled?
A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Scubapro® to determine if they have an affected second stage regulator. If so, they will receive a free replacement regulator. The company is contacting registered owners of the product directly. Contact: For more information, contact Scubapro® at (800) 808-3948 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.scubapro.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Scubapro® X650 Second Stage Regulator
- Company
- Scubapro® with global headquarters located in El Cajon, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 670
- Sold at
- Authorized Scubapro® dealers in the U.S. from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $400 and $670
- Recall date
- June 7, 2006
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recall involves some X650 second stage regulators. All X650 second stage regulators are clearly marked with a blue capital "X" next to the numbers "650" in white. Affected regulators have a visible bump located on the right side of the unit between the letter "C" and where the mouthpiece attaches to the regulator body.