Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled by Ocean Technology Due to Visor Separation Hazard
Recall 10006 · Oct 6, 2009 · Undersea Systems International Inc., dba Ocean Technology Systems
900
units affected
900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10006
- Date
- Oct 6, 2009
- Company
- Undersea Systems International Inc., dba Ocean Technology Systems
- Units affected
- 900
- Product
- Guardian Full-Face Masks
- Product type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Hazard
- Falls
The product
This recall involves the Guardian full-face mask which is a scuba diving mask that incorporates the second stage regulator into the mask allowing it to cover the diver's full face.
What can happen
The plastic portion of the step can break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems to receive a free repair. Ocean Technology Systems is providing consumers stainless steel clamps to secure the plastic visor.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Ocean Technology Systems has received three reports of visors dislodging. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Direct sales and diving equipment retailers nationwide from March 2009 through August 2009 for $800.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled guardian full-face masks?
Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems to receive a free repair. Ocean Technology Systems is providing consumers stainless steel clamps to secure the plastic visor.
What is the hazard?
The plastic portion of the step can break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.