CPSC recall 10-208, announced April 28, 2010, covers Ocean Management Systems Buoyancy Compensators used for Scuba Diving (about 20,000 units). The buoyancy compensator seal ring could crack, posing a drowning hazard to divers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the diving equipment and contact Ocean Management Systems to receive a free repair. Recall contact: call (877) 791-0315, go to www.omsdive.com, or email recall@omsdive.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.
Item and serial numbers are printed on the warning label located in the non-inflation area of the buoyancy compensator.
Which products are included?
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This recall involves buoyancy compensators with the following model numbers. Buoyancy compensators provide buoyancy control for scuba divers by allowing them to inflate or deflate the devices. The compensators were sold in black or red. "OMS" is printed on the front inside of the compensators. Item and serial numbers are printed on the warning label located in the non-inflation area of the buoyancy compensator. A list of serial numbers included in this recall is available from the firm. Item Number Description BC-TCPS- B TACOPS® BC ; Black BC-TCPS-R TACOPS® BC ; Red BC116-32B16 B Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Black BC116-32R Non retraction single tank BC 32 lb. lift / Red BC-LGS45 Larry Green Signature Series 45 lb. lift BC BC-LGS70 Larry Green Signature Series 70 lb. lift BC BC118 - K Dual Bladder BC [inflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red BC115 - KB Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Black BC115 - KR Dual Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift in Red BC118 - K Dual Bladder BC [deflated] 94 lb. lift Black or Red BC117 - K45 Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift / Black BC117CR - K45 Chemically Resistant 45 lb. lift / Black BC117 - K60 Single Bladder BC, 60 lb. lift / Black BC117 - KB Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Black BC117 - KR Single Bladder BC, 94 lb. lift / Red BC116-45B Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 45 lb. lift/ Black BC116-60B Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Black BC116-60R Non-retraction Single Bladder BC 60 lb. lift/ Red BC116-60C Chemically Resistant 60 lb. lift / Black
Why it was recalled
The buoyancy compensator seal ring could crack, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the diving equipment and contact Ocean Management Systems to receive a free repair.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Ocean Management Systems Inc., of Middletown, N.Y.
- Recall number
- 10-208
- Units
- About 20,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Dive stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2008 for about $400.
Buoyancy Compensators used for Scuba Diving
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Ocean Management Systems toll-free at (877) 791-0315 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.omsdive.com, or email the firm at recall@omsdive.com
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