AQUALUNG Recalls Buoyancy Compensator Devices Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards

Recall at a glance

What was recalled

This recall involves Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs). The Exotec is a back flotation-style BCD used to control a SCUBA diver's buoyancy underwater. The Apeks brand and Exotec model name are embroidered on the back panel and side pockets of the BCD and the metal components are gray or orange. Only model numbers BT1380108ML, BT1380108XLXXL, BT1380110ML and BT1380110XLXXL are included in the recall. The model number is printed on the label tucked behind the bladder between the tank attachment belt and the lower dump valve.

Is my product affected?

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• Apeks Exotec SCUBA Diving Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) · 330 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Dive stores nationwide and online at Aqualung.com and other diver supply online retailers from August 2021 through June 2022 for about $1,000.; AQUALUNG Group, of Carlsbad, California.

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received one report of buoyancy control loss due to a dump valve stuck open. No injuries have been reported.

Consumer contact

AQUALUNG toll-free at 877-379-7694 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email support@aqualung.com or online at https://us.aqualung.com/en/recall-information.html or at www.aqualung.com and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information.

Recall history and context

AQUALUNG appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

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