CPSC recall 05-210, announced June 29, 2005, covers CSK Auto Aqua Water Scooters (about 2,200 units). Hydrogen gas can build up in the battery compartment and cause the battery cover and the battery package to forcefully expel from the product, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders. The notice cites 9 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 842-3070, or go to www.cskauto.com.
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The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The Aqua Water Scooter is a hand-held battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has either a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller and a shark face on the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Hydrogen gas can build up in the battery compartment and cause the battery cover and the battery package to forcefully expel from the product, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
Incidents and injuries
CSK has received nine reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including three reports of facial injuries, such as lacerations and bruising.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- CSK Auto
- Product type
- Scooters & hoverboards
- Recall number
- 05-210
- Units
- About 2,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Checker Auto Parts and Kragen Auto Parts stores in California, Arizona, Nevada and Minnesota, and on the firm's Web site, from April 2005 to June 2005, for about $99.
- Importer
- CSK Auto Inc., of Phoenix. Ariz.
Aqua Water Scooters
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact CSK Auto at (800) 842-3070 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the CSK Web site at www.cskauto.com
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