CPSC recall 13146
Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2015-01-22
On 2015-01-22 the CPSC announced a recall of Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles by Aqua Lung America, citing 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.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 13146 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2013-03-21 |
| Published | 2015-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Aqua Lung America |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles | 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.
Reason
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.
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/2013/Aqua-Lung-Recalls-Buoyancy-Compensators
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