Scuba Regulators Recalled by Cressi Due to Risk of Drowning
Recall 10092 · Dec 23, 2009 · Cressi-sub USA
200
units affected
200
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10092
- Date
- Dec 23, 2009
- Company
- Cressi-sub USA
- Units affected
- 200
- Product
- Cressi Ellipse Black MC5 Regulator
- Product type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Hazard
- Drowning
The product
This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, making it possible for divers to breathe under water. The recalled regulators have model name Ellipse Black MC5. "Cressi MC5" and "Cressi Black" are printed on the regulator.
What can happen
Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consumers can also return the product to Cressi at One Charles Street, Westwood, N.J. 07675.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- The firm has received three reports of inaccurate pressure readings while the scuba regulators were in use. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Authorized dive shops nationwide and on the Internet from March 2009 through August 2009 for between $280 and $309.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cressi ellipse black mc5 regulator?
Consumers should immediately stop using the regulators and return them to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. Consumers can also return the product to Cressi at One Charles Street, Westwood, N.J. 07675.
What is the hazard?
Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard to divers.
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.