Suunto Dive Computers Recalled Due to Decompression Hazard
Recall 06216 · Jul 19, 2006 · Suunto Oy
3,900
units affected
3,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06216
- Date
- Jul 19, 2006
- Company
- Suunto Oy
- Units affected
- 3,900
- Product
- Suunto D9 and D6 Model Wristop Dive Computers
- Product type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Hazard
- Poisoning
The product
The D9 and D6 diving instruments are advanced, gas-switching, multi-mode, decompression dive wristop computers. The products included are: the D9 model with serial numbers 62102582 and below; and the D6 model with serial numbers 62103693 and below. The serial number is located on the side of the product. The model number is located on the back of the product.
What can happen
These dive computers could incorrectly track dive time, which could cause incorrect calculation of decompression requirements. This could lead to decompression sickness.
The fix
Consumers should only use these dive computers with backup instrumentation. Consumers should bring the recalled units to the nearest authorized Suunto dealer for a software update to correct the problem. A free battery replacement and pressure testing will be provided as part of the free software update service. All updated products will be marked with an indelible white dot on the back of the unit, or with an engraved "U" near the serial number.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Diving specialty shops nationwide, as well as various Web sites, from September 2004 through June 2006 for about $1,275 for the D9 (without wireless transmitter) and $900 for the D6.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled suunto d9 and d6 model wristop dive computers?
Consumers should only use these dive computers with backup instrumentation. Consumers should bring the recalled units to the nearest authorized Suunto dealer for a software update to correct the problem. A free battery replacement and pressure testing will be provided as part of the free software update service. All.
What is the hazard?
These dive computers could incorrectly track dive time, which could cause incorrect calculation of decompression requirements. This could lead to decompression sickness.
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.