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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
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This message consists of the following:
1. Aqua Lung Recalls Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard,
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensators/
2. Magura USA Recalls Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Due to Collision Hazard,
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Magura-USA-Recalls-Bicycle-Hydraulic-Disc-Brakes/
3. tc electronic Recalls Bass Guitar Amplifier Due to Electrical Shock Hazard,
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/tc-electronic-Recalls-Bass-Guitar-Amplifier/
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1. Aqua Lung Recalls Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 21, 2013
Recall number: 13-146
Name of product: Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles
Hazard: The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free replacement for recalled weight pocket handles.
Consumer Contact: Aqua Lung; toll-free at (855) 355-7170 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at
www.aqualung.com and click on Recall Notice for more information.
Units: About 110,000
Photos are available at:
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensators/
Description: This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles attached to weight pockets, including the following models: Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Black Diamond, Dimension, Libra, Lotus, Pearl, Pearl i3, Pro LT, Pro QD, Pro QDi3 and Zuma buoyancy compensators. The SureLock II handles are gray rubber and measure about 2 inches tall by 4 inches wide. The buoyancy compensator's model name is embroidered on the inside back pad or the weight pocket's right lobe. "SureLock" is molded into the back of the weight pocket.
Incidents/Injuries: Aqua Lung is aware of 236 reports of handles detaching from the weight pockets. There are no reported injuries.
Sold at: Sporting goods and scuba diving stores nationwide from September 2008 through September 2012 for between $460 and $700 for the buoyancy compensator with the weight pockets.
Importer: Aqua Lung America, of Vista, Calif.
Manufactured in: China and Mexico
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2. Magura USA Recalls Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Due to Collision Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 21, 2013
Recall number: 13-148
Name of product: Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes
Hazard: The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: Magura USA at (800) 448-3876 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at
www.maguradirect.com and click on "Recall Information."
Units: 2,800
Photos are available at:
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Magura-USA-Recalls-Bicycle-Hydraulic-Disc-Brakes/
Description: Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. The brakes consist of a brake lever and master cylinder that attach to the handlebars, a hose that runs between the master cylinder and the caliper which attaches to the rear wheel.
The MT 6 brake system is black and silver. The MT 8 brake system is black and red. Both brake systems have the Magura logo and letters "MT" on the master cylinder, and the word "Magura" on the caliper. The word "Six" is on the brake lever of the MT 6 and the word "Eight" is on the brake lever of the MT 8.
MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012 are being recalled. A date code in format Y/MM/DD between 10301 and 20531 is located on the caliper. Additionally, all MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems without date codes are being recalled.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Bicycle retailers and distributors in the U.S. between January 2011 and March 2013 for between $269 to $379.
Importer: Magura USA, of Olney, Ill.
Manufacturer: Magura Germany
Manufactured in: Bad Urach, Germany
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3. tc electronic Recalls Bass Guitar Amplifier Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 21, 2013
Recall number: 13-149
Name of product: Bass Guitar Amplifiers
Hazard: A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using, unplug the amplifiers and contact tc electronic for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Consumer Contact: tc electronic; at (800) 349-4699 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at
www.tcelectronic.com and click on BASS at the top of the page then on BH250 and select BH250 RECALL for more information. Consumers can also send an email to
BH250@lifetimeservice.com.
Units: About 388
Photos are available at:
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/tc-electronic-Recalls-Bass-Guitar-Amplifier/
Description: This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The amplifiers are about 8.6 inches wide, 2.5 inches high and 9 inches deep and have a red front panel. The model and "tc electronic" are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Music and instrument stores nationwide and online from August 2012 through January 2013 for about $450.
Importer: TC Group Americas, of Kitchener, ON, Canada
Manufacturer: tc electronic, of Denmark
Manufactured in: China
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