Wireless Tank Transmitter and Tank POD
CPSC Recall #18-003 — October 4, 2017
Product
Wireless Tank Transmitter and Tank POD
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
The exterior plastic case of the Wireless Tank Transmitter and Wireless Tank POD can burst during pre-dive pressure testing, posing an injury hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
There have been two incidents of the transmitters bursting during dry land pressure testing, including one report of bruising.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Wireless Tank Transmitter and Wireless Tank POD and return them to a Suunto dealer or Suunto Authorized Service Center for free inspection and repair.
Units Affected
About 35,500 (in addition, about 4,000 in Canada)
Sold At
Nationwide at retailers specializing in scuba diving equipment from October 2003 to April 2017 for about $440.
Importer
SUUNTO OY of Vantaa, Finland
Manufactured In
Finland