CPSCRecalled Jun 12, 2019 · #19137
Mares Recalls Buoyancy Compensation Vests Due to Drowning Hazard
Hazard
The deflation button can come unscrewed and result in loss of buoyancy, posing a drowning hazard.
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This recall involves Mares XR buoyancy compensation vests used for scuba diving. The following model numbers and model names are included in this recall. The serial number is printed on a rectangular label on the inflator body. This recall affects serial numbers from 8A-02001 to 8A-07630. Model # Description / Model Name Serial Numbers 417511 Donut Bladder Single Tank - XR Line 8A-02001 through 8A-07630 417512 Donut Bladder Twin Tank - XR Line 417536 Sidemount Pure Light Bladder - XR Line 417539 Red Devil Single Backmount set - XR Line 417540 Red Devil Single Backmount set SSI - XR Line 417547 Pure Light Sidemount compl.set - XR Line 417550 Silver Knight Single BM set - XR Line 417551 Blue Battle Single Backmount set - XR Line
Product details
- Product
- Mares XR buoyancy compensation vests
- Type
- —
- Manufacturer
- Not specified
- Model numbers
- 8A-02001, 8A-07630, 417511, 417512, 417536, 417539, 417540, 417547
- UPCs
- —
- Sold at
- Specialized dive shops and online from June 2018 through March 2019 for about $350 to $825.
- Made in
- Italy
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buoyancy compensation vests and take them to a Mares scuba dealer for a free repair.