CPSC, Head USA Inc. Announce Recall of SCUBA Diving Computers
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2883.
The recall includes the Dacor Darwin Air dive computer with serial numbers 3265 through 3415, and the Dacor Darwin Console dive computer with serial numbers 8503 through 8592. The serial number will appear on the dive computer screen after removing and reinserting the batteries. The Darwin Air is a completely integrated dive computer and pressure gauge with "Dacor Darwin Air" written on the front. It is encased in gray on black heavy-duty plastic. The Darwin Console is a dive computer with a compact submersible pressure gauge bearing the word "Dacor" on the front. It is encased in black heavy-duty plastic.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2883.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled diving computers and return the computers to an authorized Dacor dealer for a free repair.
✅ 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 Dive Shops Nationwide, From March 2004 Through December 2004, For About $700 For The Darwin Air And $400 For The Darwin Console. 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-2883.
Call Head USA at (800) 874-3236 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.divedacor.com
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Dive Shops Nationwide, From March 2004 Through December 2004, For About $700 For The Darwin Air And $400 For The Darwin Console. Recall FAQ
Dive Shops Nationwide, From March 2004 Through December 2004, For About $700 For The Darwin Air And $400 For The Darwin Console. is the subject of an electronics recall: CPSC, Head USA Inc. Announce Recall of SCUBA Diving Computers. The notice was published on February 22, 2005 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 181 units are potentially affected.