Sheico PKS Inc. · Recalled
CPSC, Sheico PKS Inc. Announce Recall of Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)
The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, presenting a drowning hazard to divers.
- Units
- About 10,000
- Reports
- 1
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $150–$450
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recalled buoyancy compensators were sold under the following brand and model names: Brand Name Model Names Serial Numbers Sherwood Silhouette, Magnum, Avid, Luna, Outback and Freedom Between 21280001 and 22010740 Genesis Cayman, Cobra, Athena, and Phantom Between 21280001 and 22010740 Talon and ReCon Between 20520001 and 22010740 Aeris Atmos All Units The brand name can be found on the right outside pocket of the jacket; the model name can be found inside the jacket, near the small of the back; and the serial number can be found on the aircell of the buoyancy compensator.
The file
- Sold at
- Dive stores and mail-order catalogues nationwide sold the BCDs, from September 2000 through March 2001, for between $150 and $450.
- Product type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Made in
- Not stated
- Recalled by
- Sheico PKS Inc., of Carlsbad, Calif.
Incident log
Sheico has received one report of a valve sticking open. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should stop using the BCDs immediately and return them to the dive store where purchased for a free replacement.
For more information, call Sheico toll-free at (800) 808-3306 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit one of the following websites: www.sherwoodscuba.com/opv, www.genesisscuba.com/opv, or www.diveaeris.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAY 03 2001; last revised FEB 23 2026.