The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13133·Announced 2013-03-07

U.S. Divers Recalls Youth Snorkeling Masks Due to Laceration Hazard

U.S. Divers is recalling Martinique LX Jr. youth snorkeling mask sets sold at Costco because notches in the tempered glass lens can break, posing a laceration hazard.

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 (laceration) where injury has been reported (cuts and scratches), but no severe injuries or fatalities are documented, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

U.S. Divers, a division of Aqua Lung Inc., is recalling approximately 44,000 Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets. These products were sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale stores nationwide from November 2010 through July 2011 for about $30. The masks feature a single pane of tempered glass, a silicone face skirt, and a blue design with silver accents.

The recall is due to a laceration hazard. Notches in the tempered glass lens can break under certain water pressure. The company has received eight reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including four reports of cuts and scratches to the face.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks. They can contact U.S. Divers toll-free at (800) 775-3483 or visit www.usdivers.com and click on "Recall Notice" to obtain a replacement mask.

The recalled product

Product
Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets
Affected units
44,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Aqua Lung Inc., of Vista, Calif.

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