CPSC Recall in 2006: Oceanic Recalls Digital Dive Computer Due to Decompression Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-194

Date: June 21, 2006

Product Name: Versa Pro 2A Digital Dive Computer

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Oceanic, of San Leandro, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 6,100 Versa Pro 2A Digital Dive Computers. When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.Name of Product: Versa Pro 2A Digital Dive ComputerUnits: About 6,100Manufacturer: Oceanic, of San Leandro, Calif.Hazard: When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.Incidents/Injuries: Oceanic has received one report of the dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.Description and Models: The recall involves Oceanic-brand Versa Pro 2A dive computers with serial numbers 12000 through 18176 which can be accessed and viewed on the computer's display. The serial number and "r2A" are printed on the side of the unit. This recall does not include any other Oceanic brand dive computer, or Versa Pro 2A while operated in normal decompression dive computer mode.Sold at: Authorized Oceanic dealers sold Versa Pro 2A digital dive computers nationwide from March 2003 through April 2006 for between $430 and $640.Manufactured In: United StatesRemedy: Consumers should discard this recalled product.  The remedy is no longer available.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Oceanic toll-free at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at service@oceanicusa.com, or write to: Oceanic, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, Calif. 94577.

Hazard Description:

When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Dispose, No Remedy Available

Units: About 6,100

Incidents:

Oceanic has received one report of the dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Authorized Oceanic dealers sold Versa Pro 2A digital dive computers nationwide from March 2003 through April 2006 for between $430 and $640.

Manufactured In:

United States