Mares Recalls Buoyancy Compensation Vests Due to Drowning Hazard
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:
Mares XR buoyancy compensation vestsAbout 600
Retailer:
Specialized dive shops and online from June 2018 through March 2019 for about $350 to $825.
Recall Date: Jun 12, 2019
Injury:
The firm has received one report of a loose deflator button. No injuries have been reported.
Mfg Country:
Italy
Importer:
Mares, of Boca Raton, Fla.
Recall ID: 8579
Last Published: Jun 12, 2019
Official Site: Link
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Emert Number: 19137
Emert Status: Announced