CPSC recall 16-082, announced February 2, 2016, covers Johnson Outdoors Diving Galileo Luna and Sol Dive Computers (about 1,500 units). A short circuit allows the dive computer's screen to freeze or display inaccurate information, posing a risk of serious injury to a diver underwater, including decompression sickness. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dive computers and contact Scubapro to arrange for a free replacement dive computer. Recall contact: call 800-790-3757, or go to www.scubapro.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 is stamped on the back of the computer and printed on a label on the product packaging.
Which products are included?
The recall includes the 2015 models of UWATEC Galileo Luna and Sol dive computers. Only dive computers with the following serial numbers are included in the recall. Galileo LUNA dive computers have serial numbers 150422 0058 001 to 150903 0338 005 and Galileo SOL dive computers have serial numbers 150423 0202 001 to 150921 0001 005. The serial number is stamped on the back of the computer and printed on a label on the product packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A short circuit allows the dive computer's screen to freeze or display inaccurate information, posing a risk of serious injury to a diver underwater, including decompression sickness.
Incidents and injuries
Scubapro has received three reports of the dive computer screens freezing. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dive computers and contact Scubapro to arrange for a free replacement dive computer.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 16-082
- Units
- About 1,500
- Manufactured in
- Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Scubapro dealers nationwide from May 2015 through January 2016 for between $700 and $1,200.
- Importer
- Johnson Outdoors Diving LLC, of El Cajon, Calif.
Galileo Luna and Sol Dive Computers
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving
Recall contact information
Scubapro at 800-790-3757 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.scubapro.com and click on "Galileo Recall" for more information
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