The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09049·Announced 2008-11-19

Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard

Brownie's Third Lung is recalling about 1,000 air compressors because component failure could stop air flow, posing a drowning risk to users.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (drowning hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Brownie's Third Lung, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is recalling about 1,000 air compressors. The recall involves gas-powered direct drive hookah compressor assemblies (models F280X, F390X, C270, C390, CTD390; serial numbers 14421 - 15715) and dual-head electric direct drive compressor assemblies (models E250, EC2; serial numbers 14344 - 15762). The serial number is printed on a metallic plate located on the compressor's base and on the storage case.

The air compressor's components can fail, which could cause a stoppage of air flow. This poses a risk of drowning to users. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled products were sold at Brownie's Third Lung factory and various marine/diving products resellers nationwide from July 2007 through August 2008 for between $2,000 and $3,500. Consumers should immediately stop using the air compressor and contact their dealer for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Consumers are being directly notified of this recall. For additional information, contact Brownie's Third Lung at (800) 327-0412 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.browniedive.com.

The recalled product

Product
Air Compressors
Manufacturer
Brownie's Third Lung, of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Category
Consumer Product — Scuba Diving Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
1,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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