The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12286·Announced 2012-09-27

Atomic Aquatics Recalls Cobalt Dive Computers Due to Impact and Drowning Hazards

Atomic Aquatics is recalling Cobalt dive computers because the lens can blow off, causing impact injuries or gas leaks that pose a 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 (dive computer) with potential for impact injuries and drowning, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, which caps the severity at High per the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Atomic Aquatics is recalling approximately 4,000 Cobalt dive computers in the United States and 200 in Canada. These handheld, console-style dive computers feature LCD screens and magnetic control buttons. The recall affects units manufactured between May 31, 2010, and April 16, 2012, which can be identified by specific serial number prefixes listed in the official notice.

The recall is due to a defect where the computer unit can leak, causing the lens to blow off suddenly. This failure can result in impact injuries to the user. Additionally, the unit can cause a gas leak, which poses a drowning hazard for scuba divers. The manufacturer has received 23 reports of leaks caused by the lens being forcefully expelled due to excess air pressure, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dive computers. They should return the unit to an authorized Atomic Aquatics dealer or the Atomic Aquatics factory for inspection and repair. For more information, consumers can contact Atomic Aquatics toll-free at (888) 270-8595 or visit their website.

The recalled product

Product
Cobalt Dive Computer
Manufacturer
Atomic Aquatics, of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Scuba Diving Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
4,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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