CPSC recall 05-600, announced September 2, 2005, covers Aqua Scout Water Scooters (about 475 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 5 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement. Recall contact: call (315) 343-0369, go to www.aquascout.us, or email matchoo5050@yahoo.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 Scout Water Scooter is a hand-held, battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller. There are no model numbers or brand name written on the scooter.
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
Aqua Scout has received five reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including two reports of minor injuries such as lacerations and bruising.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout
- Product type
- Scooters & hoverboards
- Recall number
- 05-600
- Units
- About 475
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at the Aqua Scout Web site and through eBay, from May 2005 through July 2005, for about $120.
- Importer
- MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout, of Minetto, N.Y.
Aqua Scout Water Scooters
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
Consumers have been contacted directly by Aqua Scout. For additional information, contact Aqua Scout via e-mail at matchoo5050@yahoo.com, by telephone at (315) 343-0369 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Aqua Scout Web site at www.aquascout.us
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