Scubapro® X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2006-06-07 · 06177
Hazards
A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.
Recall
Number
06177
Date
2006-06-07
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Scubapro® X650 Second Stage Regulator
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Scubapro® with global headquarters located in El Cajon, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Authorized Scubapro® dealers in the U.S. from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $400 and $670
Country of manufacture
Italy
Description
The recall involves some X650 second stage regulators. All X650 second stage regulators are clearly marked with a blue capital "X" next to the numbers "650" in white. Affected regulators have a visible bump located on the right side of the unit between the letter "C" and where the mouthpiece attaches to the regulator body.