CPSC recall 17-016, announced October 18, 2016, covers Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA) Diving computers (about 175 units). The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury hazard due to decompression sickness. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to receive a free replacement diving computer. Recall contact: call 800-482-2282, or go to www.tusa.com/recall.pdf.
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 model number and serial number is printed on the back of the diving computer below "TUSA DC Solar Link." Recalled diving computers have serial numbers 6TA0001 - 6TA2864.
Which products are included?
This recall involves TUSA DC Solar Link IQ1204 diving computers. The black or white and blue wrist-watch style diving computers have a digital screen. TUSA is printed on the front of the diving computer. The model number and serial number is printed on the back of the diving computer below "TUSA DC Solar Link." Recalled diving computers have serial numbers 6TA0001 - 6TA2864.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The dive computer can malfunction and display an incorrect reading to the diver, posing a drowning and injury hazard due to decompression sickness.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving computers and contact TUSA to receive a free replacement diving computer.
Product and sales details
- Recall number
- 17-016
- Units
- About 175
- Manufactured in
- Japan
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods stores nationwide from March 2016 through June 2016 for about $750.
- Importer
- Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif.
- Distributor
- Tabata USA Inc. (TUSA), of Long Beach, Calif.
Recall contact information
TUSA at 800-482-2282 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.tusa.com/recall.pdf for more information.
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