CPSC Recall in 2006: Scubapro® X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Scubapro with global headquarters located in El Cajon, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 670 X650 Second Stage Regulators. A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.Name of Product: Scubapro® X650 Second Stage RegulatorUnits: About 670Manufacturer: Scubapro® with global headquarters located in El Cajon, Calif.Hazard: A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description and Models: The recall involves some X650 second stage regulators. All X650 second stage regulators are clearly marked with a blue capital "X" next to the numbers "650" in white. Affected regulators have a visible bump located on the right side of the unit between the letter "C" and where the mouthpiece attaches to the regulator body.Sold at: Authorized Scubapro® dealers in the U.S. from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $400 and $670Manufactured In: Genova, ItalyRemedy: Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Scubapro® to determine if they have an affected second stage regulator. If so, they will receive a free replacement regulator. The company is contacting registered owners of the product directly.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Scubapro® at (800) 808-3948 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.scubapro.com.Firm's Media Contact: Cynthia Georgeson at (262) 631-6600

A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.

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Authorized Scubapro® dealers in the U.S. from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $400 and $670.

Genova, Italy