CPSC recall 02072
Overpressure Valves (OPV) used with Buoyancy Control Systems
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2025-08-12
On 2025-08-12 the CPSC announced a recall of Overpressure Valves (OPV) used with Buoyancy Control Systems by Diving Unlimited International Dui, citing the overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02072 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2001-12-19 |
| Published | 2025-08-12 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Diving Unlimited International Dui |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Overpressure Valves (OPV) used with Buoyancy Control Systems | These Buoyancy Control Systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The overpressure valve is installed on these units. It is very difficult to distinguish the defective overpressure valves from those not affected. Therefore, all overpressure valves with red pulls are included in this recall. The jacket model has the DUI logo printed on the jacket pocket, epaulet, and weight pockets. The wings model has the DUI logo printed on the epaulet and weight pockets. The letters "DUI" are printed on the permanent hang tags found on the Buoyancy Control System.
Reason
The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Diving-Unlimited-International-Inc-Announce-Recall-of-Scuba-Diving-Devices
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