Hollis Digital Dive Computers recall: Drowning Hazard
Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard
Why was Hollis Digital Dive Computers recalled?
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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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. Contact: Hollis toll-free at (888) 383-3483 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, e-mail at [email protected] or online at www.hollisgear.com and click Safety Notices for more information.
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
- Hollis DG03 Dive Computers
- Company
- Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 1,000
- Sold at
- Authorized Hollis dealers nationwide from July 2011 through May 2013 for about $500.
- Recall date
- July 11, 2013
- Incidents / injuries
- Hollis has received two reports of dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product 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.