Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2008-09-10 · 08393
Hazards
Over-tightening of the DIN retainer by a technician during installation can result in the retainer breaking under pressure, a rapid escape of air from the scuba cylinder, and the regulator detaching from the scuba cylinder. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
Recall
Number
08393
Date
2008-09-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Titan DIN 1st Stage Scuba Regulators and Titan/Conshelf DIN Scuba Adaptors
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Aqua Lung USA, of Vista, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Authorized Aqua Lung dealers nationwide from January 1997 through September 2008 for about $300 to $450 for the scuba regulators or $70 for DIN adaptors sold separately.
Country of manufacture
France
Description
The recalled regulators have a brass DIN retainer manufactured prior to June 2006. The recalled Aqua Lung Titan Din 1st Stage regulators have serial numbers lower than 6062501 stamped on the side of the regulator's body. Recalled Titan/Conshelf DIN adaptors are marked "300 BAR MAX" on the side of the part. DIN adaptors marked "300 BAR MAXI" are not included in this recall.