Zeagle Sport buoyancy control devices (BCDs)
CPSC Recall #19-018 — October 23, 2018
Product
Zeagle Sport buoyancy control devices (BCDs)
Description
This recall involves Zeagle Sport BCD inflators. BCDs are used to help a diver maintain buoyancy under water during scuba diving. Models include Sport Base, Sport Resort, Sport Base Plus, Sport Resort Plus, and Sport Focus. Serial numbers are located on the inside of BCD pocket. Affected serial numbers: 620150000 – 620150800 2015081625 – 2015080921 2016035830 – 2016034676 1030062 – 1030001 2015114475 – 2015112942 1012775 – 1012051 2015092740 – 2015091746 1011765 – 1010001
Hazard
Buttons on the Zeagle Sport BCD inflators can break or fracture leading to a rapid loss of air or auto inflation of the BCD, posing a drowning hazard to scuba divers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 23 reports of the button on the BCD breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs and call Zeagle for instructions on how to receive a free replacement.
Units Affected
About 2,600 (In addition, about 800 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Zeagle dealers and scuba diving equipment stores nationwide from August 2015 through July 2018 for between $320 and $430.
Importer
Huish Outdoors LLC, dba Zeagle, of Salt Lake City, Utah
Manufactured In
Vietnam