Cobalt Dive Computer
CPSC Recall #12-286 — September 26, 2012
Product
Cobalt Dive Computer
Description
These handheld, console-style dive computers can leak and cause the lens of the computer to blow off suddenly. This could mean an impact or drowning injury should gas leak.
Hazard
The unit can leak and cause the lens of the computer to blow off suddenly, which could result in impact injuries, and can cause a gas leak, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 23 reports of leaks caused by the lens being forcefully expelled from the computer due to excess air pressure inside the computer. No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dive computers and return the unit to either an authorized Atomic Aquatics dealer or the Atomic Aquatics factory for inspection and repair.
Units Affected
About 4,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada
Sold At
Authorized Atomic Aquatics dealers sold Cobalt dive computers from November 2010 through July 2012 for about $1200.
Manufactured In
United States