Reported Oct 6, 2016
Aqua Lung Recalls Powerline Inflators Due to Injury and Drowning Hazards
Aqua Lung America of Vista, Calif.
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Powerline inflators and contact Aqua Lung to receive a free repair, which consists of the replacement of the inflation button by an authorized Aqua Lung dealer.
Firm contact: Aqua Lung toll-free at 844-812-7690 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or www.aqualung.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- Aqua Lung Powerline inflators
- Amount recalled
- About 53,000
Where it was sold
Sold at Sports Chalet and authorized Aqua Lung stores nationwide from January 2015 through September 2016. The Powerline inflators were sold separately for about $30 and with Aqua Lung and Apeks buoyancy compensators for between $370 and $700..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The inflation button can remain depressed and cause the buoyancy compensators to continue inflating, resulting in an uncontrolled ascent. This poses injury and drowning hazards to the diver.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received 60 reports of the Powerline inflators continuing to inflate. No injuries have been reported.
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