Dive Computers Recalled by Mares Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-04-14 · 10197
Hazards
An O-ring in the high pressure air connector can fail and leak air, causing a continuous but slow loss of breathing gas, which could require a diver to surface quickly, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Recall
Number
10197
Date
2010-04-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Mares Nemo Air Dive Computers
Companies
Retailer(s)
Specialty dive shops nationwide from July 2008 through July 2009 for between $800 and $900 (U.S.) and between $880 and $990 (Canadian).
Distributor(s)
Mares USA, of Boca Raton, Fla.
Country of manufacture
Italy
Description
This recall involves the Mares Nemo Air Dive Computer, Nemo Air Dive Computer with Compass, Mares High-Pressure Hose with Quick Connector for Nemo Air, and Quick Connector Assembly for Nemo Air. These computers have a digital screen which allows scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive and process other information to help divers determine safe dive times and ascent rates.