CPSC Recall in 2017: Suunto Recalls Wireless Tank Transmitter and Tank POD Due to Injury Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-003

Date: October 04, 2017

Product Name: Wireless Tank Transmitter and Tank POD

Recall Description:

This recall involves Suunto Wireless Tank Pressure Transmitters and Tank PODs: The Suunto Tank POD has a black cone-shaped plastic case with SUUNTO TANK POD, MADE IN FINLAND printed in gray color on the case and a transparent plastic base. See photos above.Suunto Wireless Tank Pressure TransmitterSuunto Tank PODReference Nos. SS019098000 and SS005397000Suunto Wireless Tank Pressure Transmitter has a black cone-shaped plastic case – with “SUUNTO, FINLAND” printed on top of the case and a transparent or black plastic base.Size: diameter approximately 4 cm, length approximately 8 cmReference No. SS020306000Suunto Tank POD has black cone-shaped plastic case with “SUUNTO TANK POD, MADE IN FINLAND” printed in gray color on the case and a transparent plastic base.Size: diameter approximately 4 cm, length approximately 8 cm

Hazard Description:

The exterior plastic case of the Wireless Tank Transmitter and Wireless Tank POD can burst during pre-dive pressure testing, posing an injury hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 35,500 (in addition, about 4,000 in Canada)

Incidents:

There have been two incidents of the transmitters bursting during dry land pressure testing, including one report of bruising.

Sold At:

Nationwide at retailers specializing in scuba diving equipment from October 2003 to April 2017 for about $440.

Manufactured In:

Finland