Suunto is recalling about 35,500 Wireless Tank Transmitters and Tank PODs due to risk of injury.
Description: This recall involves Suunto Wireless Tank Pressure Transmitters and Tank PODs: The Suunto Tank POD has a black cone-shaped plastic case with SUUNTO TANK POD, MADE IN FINLAND printed in gray color on the case and a transparent plastic base.
The exterior plastic case of the Wireless Tank Transmitter and Wireless Tank POD can burst during pre-dive pressure testing, posing an injury hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Wireless Tank Transmitter and Wireless Tank POD and return them to a Suunto dealer or Suunto Authorized Service Center for free inspection and repair.
Contact Suunto Customer Support toll free at 855-258-0900 or online at suunto.com. A list of dealers and authorized service centers can be found at suunto.com/dealer-locator. Consumers can also use the free Suunto Online Service Request at suunto.com/servicerequest to schedule a pickup from their home or office. The recalled model numbers are SS019098000 and SS005397000 for the Wireless Tank Transmitter, and SS020306000 for the tank POD.
Incidents/Injuries: There have been two incidents of the transmitters bursting during dry land pressure testing, including one report of bruising.
Sold at: Nationwide at retailers specializing in scuba diving equipment from October 2003 to April 2017 for about $440.
Importer/Distributor: SUUNTO OY of Vantaa, Finland.
Manufactured in: Finland
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