CPSC, Sheico PKS Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

Recalled May 3, 2001 · CPSC recall 01141 · Sheico PKS

Recalled Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Device (BCD)

Hazard

The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, presenting a drowning hazard to divers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the BCDs immediately and return them to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement.

Units

About 10,000

Incidents / injuries

Sheico has received one report of a valve sticking open. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled buoyancy compensators were sold under the following brand and model names: Brand Name Model Names Serial Numbers Sherwood Silhouette, Magnum, Avid, Luna, Outback and Freedom Between 21280001 and 22010740 Genesis Cayman, Cobra, Athena, and Phantom Between 21280001 and 22010740 Talon and ReCon Between 20520001 and 22010740 Aeris Atmos All Units The brand name can be found on the right outside pocket of the jacket; the model name can be found inside the jacket, near the small of the back; and the serial number can be found on the aircell of the buoyancy compensator.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the BCDs immediately and return them to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement.

Contact

For more information, call Sheico toll-free at (800) 808-3306 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit one of the following websites: www.sherwoodscuba.com/opv, www.genesisscuba.com/opv, or www.diveaeris.com

Product

Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

Imported by

Sheico PKS Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.

Retailers

Dive stores and mail-order catalogues nationwide sold the BCDs, from September 2000 through March 2001, for between $150 and $450.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →