Moderate Recalled March 7, 2013 About 44,000 units units Updated January 22, 2015

U.S. Divers Recalls Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco

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The hazard

Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.

Incidents reported: The firm has received eight reports of the lens cracking or breaking, including four reports of cuts and scratches to the face.

What to do now

Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask.

Contact: U.S. Divers; toll-free at (800) 775-3483 anytime, or online at www.usdivers.com and click on "Recall Notice" for more information.

About this recall

This recall involves Martinique Jr. single paned, tempered glass youth snorkeling masks sold in a set with snorkel and fins. The masks feature a silicone face skirt, strap and adjustable buckles. The mask is blue with a silver accent piece that frames the tempered glass lens. The U.S. Divers logo is on the upper bridge of the mask as well as inset on the tempered glass lens. The lens is also labeled as tempered. The buckles are each printed with the U.S. Divers "wave" logo.

Product photos

Martinique Jr. single lens mask sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale
Martinique Jr. single lens mask sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale
Martinique Jr. single lens mask sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale
Martinique Jr. single lens mask sold exclusively at Costco Wholesale

Photos: U.S. CPSC