High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled by A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1288.
The recalled air hoses are high-pressure scuba air hoses with a black, smooth rubber outer covering. They are about half a centimeter in diameter and 32 or 36 inches long. These hoses connect the regulator to the tank pressure gauge. The phrase "Scuba Diving High Pressure hose I.D. 3/16" (4.76 mm) W.P. 5000 PSI Exceeds SAE 100RT braid with Kevlar fiber from Dupont" is printed in white lettering on the hose's outer covering. The hoses have metal fittings on each end. "CE EN 250 230" is stamped on the female side of the fitting and "12Q1" on the male side.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1288.
Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact A-Plus Marine for a free replacement hose.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Scuba Diving Retailers Nationwide From April 2012 Through June 2012 For About $34. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-1288.
A-Plus Marine; at (800) 352-2360, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.aplusmarine.com and click on the recall notice on High Pressure Braided Hose Safety Recall. Consumers can also send an email to eric@aplusmarine.com for more information.
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Scuba Diving Retailers Nationwide From April 2012 Through June 2012 For About $34. Recall FAQ
Scuba Diving Retailers Nationwide From April 2012 Through June 2012 For About $34. is the subject of a consumer products recall: High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled by A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard. The notice was published on January 10, 2013 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 40 units are potentially affected.