CPSC, Aqua Scout Announce Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters

危险说明 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.

受影响产品

官方描述 Description

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.

事故与伤害 Incidents / 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.

官方补救措施 Remedy

• Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to Aqua Scout for a free replacement.

消费者联系信息

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