Product Recall Number: 04-209
Why was Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators recalled?
The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.
Product Recall Number: 04-209
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2004-09-01
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators
Description: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Halcyon Manufacturing, of High Springs, Fla. is voluntarily recalling about 4,000 Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators. The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.Name of product: Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) InflatorsUnits: About 4,000Manufacturer: Halcyon Manufacturing, of High Springs, Fla.Hazard: The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.Incidents/Injuries: Halcyon has reports of 10 incidents of BCs leaking. No injuries or deaths have been reported.Description: Halcyon is recalling all stainless steel power inflators. They have a stainless steel oral and power inflate button. Inflators made of plastic are not included in this recall. The repaired inflators have a groove at the base of their retainer nut. The BCs sold with these inflators are black and the Halcyon logo is on the front and collar of the BCs.Sold at: Dive stores nationwide sold these inflators individually from October 2003 through May 2004 for about $46. The inflators also were sold as part of BC units ranging from $270 to $600.Manufactured in: United States.Remedy: Consumers should stop using these BCs immediately and contact Halcyon for information on receiving a free repair.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Halcyon Manufacturing at (800) 425-2966 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.halcyon.net.
Hazard Description: The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Repair
Units: About 4,000
Incidents: Halcyon has reports of 10 incidents of BCs leaking. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these BCs immediately and contact Halcyon for information on receiving a free repair.
Sold At: Dive stores nationwide sold these inflators individually from October 2003 through May 2004 for about $46. The inflators also were sold as part of BC units ranging from $270 to $600.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: Halcyon Manufacturing, of High Springs, Fla.
Distributors: None Listed
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed