Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) Recalled by Sheico PKS Inc.

NEWS from CPSC

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

Office of Information and Public Affairs

Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 3, 2001
Release # 01-141

Scuba Recall Hotline: (800) 808-3306
CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross, (301) 504-7076

CPSC, Sheico PKS Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sheico PKS Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 10,000 scuba buoyancy compensator devices (BCDs), which are used by divers to maintain neutral buoyancy. The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, presenting a drowning hazard to divers. Sheico has received one report of a valve sticking open. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled buoyancy compensators were sold under the following brand and model names:

Brand Name	Model Names	Serial Numbers
Sherwood	Silhouette, Magnum, Avid, Luna, Outback and Freedom	Between 21280001 and 22010740
Genesis	Cayman, Cobra, Athena, and Phantom Talon and ReCon	Between 21280001 and 22010740 Between 20520001 and 22010740
Aeris	Atmos	All Units

The brand name can be found on the right, outside pocket of the jacket; the model name can be found inside the jacket, near the small of the back; and the serial number can be found on the aircell of the buoyancy compensator.

Dive stores and mail-order catalogues nationwide sold the BCDs from September 2000 through March 2001 for between $150 and $450.

Consumers should stop using the BCDs immediately and return them to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement. For more information, call Sheico toll-free at (800) 808-3306 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit one of the following websites: www.sherwoodscuba.com/opv, www.genesisscuba.com/opv, or www.diveaeris.com.

Picture of Recalled Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)