CPSC recall 19-070, announced February 21, 2019, covers Pelagic Pressure Systems Shearwater yellow diving pressure transmitters (about 900 units). The transmitters can fail to signal the tank pressure due to interference while using two transmitters in the same dive. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transmitters and contact the firm to arrange a free repair or exchange of the transmitter. Recall contact: call 888-875-9745, go to www.shearwater.com, or email info@shearwater.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.
Part number 13009 or 13009-01 is printed on the cardboard packaging along with an 8 digit serial number starting in FK or BM etched on the side.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Shearwater yellow pressure diving transmitters. The transmitters provide a tank pressure reading for scuba divers. The transmitter is yellow, with a cylindrical shape and measures 3 inches in length. "FCC ID: MH8A" is printed on the end of the transmitter. Part number 13009 or 13009-01 is printed on the cardboard packaging along with an 8 digit serial number starting in FK or BM etched on the side.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The transmitters can fail to signal the tank pressure due to interference while using two transmitters in the same dive. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of loss of communication using the transmitter during a dive.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transmitters and contact the firm to arrange a free repair or exchange of the transmitter.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif.
- Recall number
- 19-070
- Units
- About 900 (in addition, about 65 were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Dive Right In Scuba and Online Scuba stores nationwide and online at www.divegearexpress.com and www.shearwater.com from June 2017 through November 2018 for about $350.
- Distributor
- Shearwater Research Inc., of Richmond, B.C. Canada
Recall contact information
Shearwater Research toll free at 888-875-9745 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at info@shearwater.com or online at www.shearwater.com and click on Community for more information.
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