Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard
Recall 13236 · Jul 11, 2013 · Hollis
1,000
units affected
1,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13236
- Date
- Jul 11, 2013
- Company
- Hollis
- Units affected
- 1,000
- Product
- Hollis DG03 Dive Computers
- Product type
- Scuba Diving
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Drowning
The product
The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142 that may be used with integrated transmitters that monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn on the diver's wrist like a watch. The name of the product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the unit and the serial number is printed on the back of the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive computers with software labeled Revision 1A, viewed on the computer's display are included in the recall.
What can happen
The dive computer, when used with an optional integrated transmitter, can malfunction and display an incorrect tank pressure reading to the diver. A diver could unknowingly deplete their air supply based on the reading, resulting in drowning.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled dive computers until the unit's operating system is upgraded to revision 1B. Consumers can download the upgrade from the firm's website or contact an authorized Hollis dealer for assistance.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Hollis has received two reports of dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Authorized Hollis dealers nationwide from July 2011 through May 2013 for about $500.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled hollis dg03 dive computers?
Consumers should stop using the recalled dive computers until the unit's operating system is upgraded to revision 1B. Consumers can download the upgrade from the firm's website or contact an authorized Hollis dealer for assistance.
What is the hazard?
The dive computer, when used with an optional integrated transmitter, can malfunction and display an incorrect tank pressure reading to the diver. A diver could unknowingly deplete their air supply based on the reading, resulting in drowning.
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.