CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters
CPSC recall 05600 · announced September 2, 2005 · Mydigitaldiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout · 475 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
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.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): 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.
Sold at: Online at the Aqua Scout Web site and through eBay, from May 2005 through July 2005, for about $120.
Consumer contact: 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.