CPSC Recall in 2016: Aqua Lung Recalls Powerline Inflators Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-005

Date: October 06, 2016

Product Name: buoyancy compensators

Recall Description:

This recall involves Aqua Lung Powerline inflators installed on Aqua Lung and Apeks Black Ice buoyancy compensators. Buoyancy compensators equipped with Powerline inflators are used by scuba divers to establish buoyancy in the water. The black Powerline inflators measure about 20 inches long and 3.5 inches wide. Recalled Powerline inflators have a date code beginning with “H” printed on the inflator body.

Hazard Description:

The inflation button of the powerline inflator can remain depressed and cause the buoyancy compensators to continue inflating, resulting in an uncontrolled ascent. This poses injury and drowning hazards to the diver.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 53,000

Incidents:

The firm has received 60 reports of the Powerline inflators continuing to inflate. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Sports Chalet and authorized Aqua Lung stores nationwide from January 2015 through September 2016. The Powerline inflators were sold separately for about $30 and with Aqua Lung and Apeks buoyancy compensators for between $370 and $700.

Manufactured In:

China and Mexico