Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4447.
This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4447.
Consumers should immediately stop diving with these regulators and visit an authorized Apeks dealer for a free inspection and free installation of a diaphragm cover, if the cover is missing.
✅ 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 Authorized Apeks Dealers Nationwide From February 2000 Through June 2008 For Between $420 And $1,450. 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-4447.
For additional information, contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.aqualung.com
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Authorized Apeks Dealers Nationwide From February 2000 Through June 2008 For Between $420 And $1,450. Recall FAQ
Authorized Apeks Dealers Nationwide From February 2000 Through June 2008 For Between $420 And $1,450. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard. The notice was published on September 17, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 25,000 units are potentially affected.