CPSC, Atomic Aquatics Announce Recall of Scuba Regulators
Drowning
The hazard
The regulator's first stage spring can break, causing restricted airflow, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.
Incidents reported: Atomic Aquatics has received 14 reports of regulator springs breaking, four of which occurred while the scuba equipment was in use. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using these regulators immediately and return them to Atomic Aquatics or an authorized Atomic Aquatics dealer for repair.
Contact: For more information, call Atomic Aquatics toll-free at (888) 270-8595 anytime.
About this recall
The recalled regulators have a black body with either a gray, blue, red or yellow faceplate. Printed on the faceplate of the regulator are the words, "Atomic Aquatics"; the model name, "Titanium"; and the model number, T1, T1x, B1 or Z1.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC