Aqua Lung recalls buoyancy compensators with SureLock II handles that may detach during emergency ascents, causing drowning. Return weight pockets for free replacement handles.
The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.
Aqua Lung is recalling buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles that can detach while divers try to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard. Affected units include specific models with serial numbers below BB408620.
The rubber handles can detach when divers attempt to remove weight pockets during a rapid ascent to the surface. This detachment could cause the diver to lose control and drown.
Divers using Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II handles from models listed with serial numbers below BB408620 are affected. Those who dive in emergency situations are most at risk.
Look for gray rubber handles about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide attached to weight pockets. Check the serial number on a tag under the back pad or inside the pocket. Models with serial numbers below BB408620 are affected.
Immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators to avoid drowning risk during emergency ascents.
Return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer for a free inspection and new handles.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free newly-designed replacement weight pocket handles.
All Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II handles and serial numbers below BB408620, including specific models like Black Diamond, Pro QD, and Apeks Black Ice, Axiom, and others.
Check for gray rubber handles about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide attached to weight pockets. Look for a serial number below BB408620 on a tag under the back pad or inside the pocket.
No, only SureLock II handles with the described serial numbers are affected. Other handle types or models are not included in this recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Aqua Lung to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1857 — Aqua Lung Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles Hello, I own a Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles that is covered by recall 1857 from Aqua Lung. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free newly-designed replacement weight pocket handles. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
