Ocean Technology Systems Recalls Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Due to Drowning Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #11180
Recall Date
2011-03-22
Manufacturer
Undersea Systems International Inc. dba Ocean Technology Systems, of Santa Ana, Calif.
Units Affected
About 1,700 in the U.S. and 80 in Canada
Products Involved
Guardian full-face diving masks
Hazard
The purge assembly on the diving mask can disengage from the regulator, resulting in loss of air to the diver. This poses a drowning hazard to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the diving masks and contact Ocean Technology Systems for instructions on conducting a test of the regulator and returning the masks for a free repair.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received one report of a disengaged assembly. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Diving equipment retailers and direct sales nationwide from September 2010 through November 2010 for about $800.
Manufactured In
Taiwan
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Guardian full-face diving masks with serial numbers 9051284 through 10070954. The serial number is printed on the main regulator body. The diving masks were sold in various colors. The Ocean Technology Systems' logo is affixed to the front of the mask.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28