CPSC recall 13-133, announced March 7, 2013, covers Aqua Lung Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets (about 44,000 units). Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask. Recall contact: call (800) 775-3483, or go to www.usdivers.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Martinique Jr. single paned, tempered glass youth snorkeling masks sold in a set with snorkel and fins. The masks feature a silicone face skirt, strap and adjustable buckles. The mask is blue with a silver accent piece that frames the tempered glass lens. The U.S. Divers logo is on the upper bridge of the mask as well as inset on the tempered glass lens. The lens is also labeled as tempered. The buckles are each printed with the U.S. Divers "wave" logo.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received eight reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including four reports of cuts and scratches to the face.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Aqua Lung
- Manufacturer
- Aqua Lung Inc., of Vista, Calif.
- Recall number
- 13-133
- Units
- About 44,000 units
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Costco Wholesale stores nationwide from November 2010 through July 2011 for about $30.
- Importer
- Aqua Lung Inc. dba U.S. Divers, of Vista, Calif.
Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving
Recall contact information
U.S. Divers; toll-free at (800) 775-3483 anytime, or online at www.usdivers.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
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