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Oceanic Recalls Digital Dive Computer Due to Decompression Hazard
When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.
- Units
- About 6,100
- Reports
- 1
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $430–$640
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The recall involves Oceanic-brand Versa Pro 2A dive computers with serial numbers 12000 through 18176, which can be accessed and viewed on the computer's display. The serial number and "r2A" are printed on the side of the unit. This recall does not include any other Oceanic brand dive computer, or Versa Pro 2A while operated in normal decompression dive computer mode.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized Oceanic dealers sold Versa Pro 2A digital dive computers nationwide from March 2003 through April 2006 for between $430 and $640.
- Product type
- Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Oceanic, of San Leandro, Calif.
Incident log
Oceanic has received one report of the dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should discard this recalled product. The remedy is no longer available.
For more information, contact Oceanic toll-free at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at service@oceanicusa.com, or write to: Oceanic, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, Calif. 94577.
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 JUN 22 2006; last revised JUN 27 2024.