CPSC recall 11-212, announced May 3, 2011, covers Edge and HOG (Highly Optimized Gear) Buoyancy Control Devices (BCD) (about 750 units). The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge. Recall contact: call 1-888-370-3483, or go to www.edge-gear.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.
Affected model numbers
The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in the front right zipper pocket.
Which products are included?
Read the full CPSC product description and restrictions
This recall affects Edge Freedom and Stealth models, and the HOG 32lb Wing model. The Freedom is a jacket-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and has a blue arch on the lower right side. The word "Freedom" is printed in white letters on the right front and the word "Edge" is located on a flap over the corrugated hose. Freedom BCDs with the serial numbers in the table below are affected. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in the front right zipper pocket. Edge Freedom BCD Serial Numbers 000524 to 000551 001003 to 001022 000553 to 000554 001024 to 001103 000773 001106 000775 to 000873 001125 to 001149 000881 to 000890 001151 to 001160 000892 to 000911 001162 to 001186 000913 to 001001 001188 to 001228 The Stealth is a back flotation-style BCD made of heavyweight nylon. It is black and gray with the word "Stealth" printed in white letters on the right-hand strap, and the word "Edge" on a flap over the corrugated hose. Stealth BCDs with serial numbers 000658 to 000697 are affected by this recall. The serial number is printed on a tag that is located in a small zippered pocket under the left weight pocket. The HOG 32lb Wing is an oval-shaped, donut-style BCD made of heavyweight black nylon. It is designed for single-cylinder diving with a back plate or soft pack harness system. The HOG logo, a picture of a wild boar with the words "Highly Optimized Gear" and "HOG" inside an oval, is on the top strap of the device. HOG 32lb Wing BCDs with serial numbers 9042101 to 9042128 are affected by this recall. The serial number is inside a zippered compartment on a tag attached to the inner bladder of the wing.
Why it was recalled
The spring in the over pressure valve can corrode and break preventing the buoyancy control device from retaining air, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the BCDs and return them to an authorized Edge dealer for a free spring replacement at no charge.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 11-212
- Units
- About 750 in the U.S. and 20 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Edge and HOG dealers nationwide, and in Canada from May 2009 through October 2010 for $199 to $250.
- Importer
- WRK Enterprises dba Edge Dive Gear of Macon, Ga.
Edge and HOG (Highly Optimized Gear) Buoyancy Control Devices (BCD)
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Chris Richardson at 1-888-370-3483 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.edge-gear.com
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