Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks WTX Power Inflators Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-280.
The power inflator is the black mouthpiece with the two brass buttons at the end of the corrugated hose. The recall involves all models of the Apeks WTX power inflators. Some of the recalled components were included on complete air cells. Those model numbers are: 388032, 388060, 388080, 388145, 388260, and 42775. The model number of the air cell can be found on the tag sewn on the center of the air cell or bladder.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-280.
Consumers should stop diving with their recalled power inflator and bring it or send it to an authorized Apeks dealer. The dealer will apply a free fix. Consumers may also ask for and receive a free replacement product.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Diving Stores In The U.s. And Canada From November 2006 Through March 2010 For Between $53 And $70 For The Component And Between $280 And $520 For The Air Cells. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-280.
For additional information contact the firm toll-free at (877) 253-3483 or visit the firm's website at www.aqualung.com
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Diving Stores In The U.s. And Canada From November 2006 Through March 2010 For Between $53 And $70 For The Component And Between $280 And $520 For The Air Cells. Recall FAQ
Diving Stores In The U.s. And Canada From November 2006 Through March 2010 For Between $53 And $70 For The Component And Between $280 And $520 For The Air Cells. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks WTX Power Inflators Due to Drowning Hazard. The notice was published on June 30, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 1,380 units are potentially affected.