Cressi-Sub has recalled scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs), citing a drowning risk due to a defective element on the equipment.
According to an announcement made through the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC):
“Defective metal fittings on the inflator hose can cause an airflow restriction and failure to inflate, or improper inflation of the BCD, posing a drowning hazard to the user.”
The device models included in the recall are:
- Patrol
- Quartz
- Start
- Start Pro
- Aquaride
- Travel Light
- Commander Evolution
- Scorpion
The recall affects 1,300 of the devices sold between March and August 2022 at Cressi authorized dealers. Consumers who purchased the defective devices can contact Cressi for a free replacement.
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