CPSC, Diving Unlimited International Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Diving Devices

Active Recall Announced December 19, 2001 CPSC #02072

Quick answer

CPSC, Diving Unlimited International Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Diving Devices is CPSC recall #02072, announced on December 19, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These Buoyancy Control Systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The overpressure valve is installed on these units. It is very difficult to distinguish the defective overpressure valves from those not affected. Therefore, all overpressure valves with red pulls are included in this recall. The jacket model has the DUI logo printed on the jacket pocket, epaulet, and weight pockets. The wings model has the DUI logo printed on the epaulet and weight pockets. The letters "DUI" are printed on the permanent hang tags found on the Buoyancy Control System. The remedy is consumers should stop using the overpressure valves immediately and contact the dui dealer where purchased for a free replacement.. Affected brand: Diving Unlimited International (DUI) Inc..

Hazard

These Buoyancy Control Systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The overpressure valve is installed on these units. It is very difficult to distinguish the defective overpressure valves from those not affected. Therefore, all overpressure valves with red pulls are included in this recall. The jacket model has the DUI logo printed on the jacket pocket, epaulet, and weight pockets. The wings model has the DUI logo printed on the epaulet and weight pockets. The letters "DUI" are printed on the permanent hang tags found on the Buoyancy Control System.

Affected products

Overpressure Valves (OPV) used with Buoyancy Control Systems

Recalled brands

Diving Unlimited International (DUI) Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the overpressure valves immediately and contact the DUI dealer where purchased for a free replacement.

Recall date

December 19, 2001

Categories

Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #02072?

CPSC recall #02072 covers CPSC, Diving Unlimited International Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Diving Devices, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on December 19, 2001. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These Buoyancy Control Systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The overpressure valve is installed on these units. It is very difficult to distinguish the defective overpressure valves from those not affected. Therefore, all overpressure valves with red pulls are included in this recall. The jacket model has the DUI logo printed on the jacket pocket, epaulet, and weight pockets. The wings model has the DUI logo printed on the epaulet and weight pockets. The letters "DUI" are printed on the permanent hang tags found on the Buoyancy Control System.

What is the remedy for recall #02072?

The CPSC remedy for recall #02072 is consumers should stop using the overpressure valves immediately and contact the dui dealer where purchased for a free replacement.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, Diving Unlimited International Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Diving Devices on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Diving-Unlimited-International-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Scuba-Diving-Devices. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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