CPSC

Custom Buoyancy Inc. Overpressure Valve (OPV) Recalled for Drowning Hazard

Jacket-style Buoyancy Control System containing recalled valve
Jacket-style Buoyancy Control System containing recalled valve
Wings-style Buoyancy Control System containing recalled valve
Wings-style Buoyancy Control System containing recalled valve

Hazard

The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves immediately and contact the CBI dealer where purchased, for a free replacement valve.

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers can contact CBI at (310) 328-1077 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.custombuoyancy.com

Products

Custom Buoyancy Inc. Overpressure Valve (OPV)

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Authorized CBI distributors sold the buoyancy control systems with the overpressure valves nationwide, from October 2000 through November 2001, for about $590.