The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16262·Announced 2016-09-14

Zeagle Buoyancy Control Devices Recalled for Drowning Hazard

Huish Outdoors is recalling Zeagle Grace and Element BCDs because they may leak air, causing loss of flotation and posing a drowning risk to scuba divers.

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 aligns with the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Huish Outdoors LLC is recalling approximately 1,400 Zeagle brand buoyancy control devices (BCDs), specifically the Grace and Element models. These devices are used by scuba divers to maintain buoyancy underwater. The recall involves units sold through authorized Zeagle dealers and online at www.zeagle.com from September 2015 through August 2016. The Grace model is black with light green accents, while the Element model is black with red accents.

The recall was issued because the BCDs can suddenly leak air, resulting in a loss of flotation. This defect poses a drowning hazard to scuba divers. The company has received one report of a seam failure causing air leakage, but no injuries have been reported.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled BCDs. They can return the devices to Huish Outdoors or an authorized Zeagle dealer for a free replacement. For more information, consumers can contact Huish Outdoors toll-free at 888-270-8595 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.zeagle.com and click on the recall notice.

The recalled product

Product
Zeagle brand buoyancy control devices (BCDs)
Manufacturer
Huish Outdoors LLC, Salt Lake City, Utah
Category
Consumer Product — Scuba Diving Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
1,400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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