# Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2008-09-17 · 08402 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 08402
- **Date:** 2008-09-17
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators

## Hazards

These regulators can be missing the diaphragm cover, which can cause the diaphragm to become displaced during a dive, allowing water to enter the scuba regulator. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.

## Manufacturer(s)

Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd., of Blackburn, England

## Retailer(s)

Authorized Apeks dealers nationwide from February 2000 through June 2008 for between $420 and $1,450.

## Country of manufacture

England

## Description

This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Apeks-Scuba-Diving-Regulators-Due-to-Drowning-Hazard)
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