Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) with LP inflator hose Recall

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 20, 2026

Recall Information Record: Cressi-Sub USA Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs)

1. Recall Summary
On October 13, 2022, Cressi-sub USA Inc., of Saddle Brook, New Jersey, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a recall of approximately 1,350 Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) equipped with LP inflator hoses. The recall was initiated due to a defect in the metal fittings on the inflator hose. The recall notice states that the LP inflator hoses attach to the regulator first stage of the BCD. The firm is contacting all known purchasers regarding the recall.

2. Affected Products
The recall involves Scuba Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) with LP inflator hoses. The following Cressi base models are included in the recall, as identified on the label stitched to the pocket on the BCDs:
– Patrol (IC74160)
– Quartz (JIC74190)
– Start (IC72170)
– Start Pro (IC72190)
– Aquaride (IC74080)
– Travel Light (IC7406)
– Commander Evolution (IC771000)
– Scorpion (IC77000)

Only inflator hoses with serial numbers 007/22, 019/22, or 035/22 stamped into the metal fitting that attaches to the BCDs are included in the recall. The products were sold at Cressi authorized dealers nationwide from March 2022 through August 2022 for between $250 and $1,200 for the fully assembled BCD. The BCDs were manufactured in Hungary, and the LP inflator hoses were manufactured in Italy.

3. Hazard Information
The recall notice identifies the hazard as defective metal fittings on the inflator hose. According to the source data, this defect can cause an airflow restriction and failure to inflate, or improper inflation of the BCD, posing a drowning hazard to the user. As of the date of the recall notice, no injuries had been reported.

4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scuba BCDs. The recall notice instructs consumers to contact Cressi-sub to receive a free replacement hose with installation instructions, including a pre-paid mailing label for returning the recalled hoses. The firm is contacting all known purchasers regarding the recall.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a replacement. Consumers will receive a free replacement hose with installation instructions. The remedy also includes a pre-paid mailing label for returning the recalled hoses to the firm.

6. Contact Information
Consumers may contact Cressi-sub USA at 800-338-9143 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at orders@cressiusa.com. Additional information is available online at www.cressi.com by clicking on Support, then clicking on the Cressi USA Recall Information tab, or by visiting https://www.cressi.com/usrecall.

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