CPSC recall 10-195, announced April 13, 2010, covers Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA) RS-670 Regulators (about 250 units). The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba regulators and return the product to TUSA or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and replacement. Recall contact: call (800) 482-2282, or go to www.tusa.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
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.
The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.
Which products are included?
This recall involves R-600 first stage scuba regulators with the following serial numbers: UR600022 through UR600029, UR600031 through UR600103, UR6000637 through UR6000676, UR600708 through UR600716, UR600737 through UR600776. The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba regulators and return the product to TUSA or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and replacement.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 10-195
- Units
- About 250
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized TUSA distributors and diving and equipment stores nationwide from May 2009 through September 2009 for about $450.
- Importer
- Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif.
TUSA RS-670 Regulators
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Tabata USA at (800) 482-2282 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tusa.com
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