CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Hydrogen gas can build up in the battery compartment and cause the battery cover and the battery package to forcefully expel from the product, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders.
CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters
The Aqua Scout Water Scooter is a hand-held, battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller. There are no model numbers or brand name written on the scooter.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement.
Contact Information
Consumers have been contacted directly by Aqua Scout. For additional information, contact Aqua Scout via e-mail at matchoo5050@yahoo.com, by telephone at (315) 343-0369 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Aqua Scout Web site at www.aquascout.us
Recall Details
Sold At
Online at the Aqua Scout Web site and through eBay, from May 2005 through July 2005, for about $120.
Injuries
Aqua Scout has received five reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including two reports of minor injuries such as lacerations and bruising.
Recall Number
05600
Product Information
Product Name
Aqua Scout Water Scooters
Product Type
Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
Number of Units
About 475
Imported By
MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout, of Minetto, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China