The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10286·Announced 2010-06-30

Apeks WTX Power Inflators Recalled Due to Drowning Hazard

Aqua Lung America is recalling Apeks WTX power inflators because the oral inflator button can detach, causing a leak and drowning risk.

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, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Aqua Lung America is recalling Apeks WTX power inflators due to a drowning hazard. The oral inflator button is not properly bonded to the oral stem and can fall off during use, which may cause the buoyancy compensator to leak. The recall involves all models of the Apeks WTX power inflators, including components included on complete air cells with model numbers 388032, 388060, 388080, 388145, 388260, and 42775.

About 1,380 units were sold in the U.S. and 530 in Canada between November 2006 and March 2010. The company has received one report of the oral inflate button falling off during use, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop diving with the recalled power inflator and bring or send it to an authorized Apeks dealer for a free fix or replacement. For more information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 253-3483 or visit www.aqualung.com.

The recalled product

Product
Power Inflator
Manufacturer
Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Scuba Diving Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
1,380

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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