AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards

Active Recall Announced October 20, 2022 CPSC #23021

Quick answer

AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards is CPSC recall #23021, announced on October 20, 2022. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensator devices and take them back to the place where purchased for a free repair. if a consumer is unable to return the product to a dealer where purchased, they should reach out to aqualung directly for instructions to receive a free repair.. Affected brand: AQUALUNG Group.

Hazard

This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve.

Affected products

Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

Recalled brands

AQUALUNG Group

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensator devices and take them back to the place where purchased for a free repair. If a consumer is unable to return the product to a dealer where purchased, they should reach out to AQUALUNG directly for instructions to receive a free repair.

Recall date

October 20, 2022

Categories

Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #23021?

CPSC recall #23021 covers AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on October 20, 2022. The CPSC cites the following hazard: This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve.

What is the remedy for recall #23021?

The CPSC remedy for recall #23021 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensator devices and take them back to the place where purchased for a free repair. if a consumer is unable to return the product to a dealer where purchased, they should reach out to aqualung directly for instructions to receive a free repair.. 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 AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards 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/2023/AQUALUNG-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensator-Devices-Due-to-Injury-and-Drowning-Hazards. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

Not legal advice. RecallDocket aggregates publicly available recall information from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission for informational purposes only. For the official notice, remedy instructions, and any safety actions, refer to the CPSC source. Information may be incomplete or out of date.

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