CPSC recall 16-262, announced September 14, 2016, covers Zeagle brand buoyancy control devices (BCDs) (about 1,400 units). The buoyancy control devices can suddenly leak air causing a loss of flotation, posing a drowning hazard to scuba divers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs and return them to Huish Outdoors or an authorized Zeagle dealer for a free replacement. Recall contact: go to www.zeagle.com, or email recall@huishoutdoors.com.
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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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves all Zeagle brand Grace and Element BCDs. BCDs are used to help a diver maintain buoyancy under water during scuba diving. The Grace model is black with light green accents and has the logo "Z/Grace" on the right side pocket and left shoulder. The words "Zeagle Sport" are on the left side pocket. The Element model is black with red accents and has the logo "Z/Element" on the right side pocket and left shoulder. The words "Zeagle Sport" are on the left side pocket.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The buoyancy control devices can suddenly leak air causing a loss of flotation, posing a drowning hazard to scuba divers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a seam failure in the BCD resulting in air leakage. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs and return them to Huish Outdoors or an authorized Zeagle dealer for a free replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Huish Outdoors LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah
- Manufacturer
- Huish Outdoors LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah
- Recall number
- 16-262
- Units
- About 1,400 (in addition, about 50 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- Vietnam
- Sold at / sales period
- Authorized Zeagle dealers and online at www.zeagle.com for about $412 for the Grace model and about $490 for the Element model BCD, from September 2015 through August 2016.
Zeagle brand buoyancy control devices (BCDs)
CPSC product type: Scuba Diving
Recall contact information
Huish Outdoors toll-free at 888-270- 8595 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.zeagle.com and click on recall notice for more information .Consumers can also e-mail the firm at recall@huishoutdoors.com.
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