High risk Recalled April 13, 2010 About 250 units Updated May 23, 2014

Tabata USA Recalls Scuba Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard

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The hazard

The first stage balance chamber plug can loosen from the scuba regulator causing a high-pressure leak and creating unstable pressure. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately stop using the scuba regulators and return the product to TUSA or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and replacement.

Contact: For additional information, contact Tabata USA at (800) 482-2282 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.tusa.com

About this recall

This recall involves R-600 first stage scuba regulators with the following serial numbers: UR600022 through UR600029, UR600031 through UR600103, UR6000637 through UR6000676, UR600708 through UR600716, UR600737 through UR600776. The serial number and TUSA logo are printed on the regulators.

Product photos

Picture of Recalled Regulators
Picture of Recalled Regulators

Photos: U.S. CPSC