Aqua Scout Recall of Aqua Scout Water Scooters

Date of Recall
2005-09-02

CPSC Release Number
05-600

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 475

Importer
MyDigitalDiscount.com Inc. / Aqua Scout, of Minetto, N.Y.

Sold By
Online at the Aqua Scout Web site and through eBay from May 2005 through July 2005 for about $120.

Problem/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.

Injuries/Incidents
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.

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 is no model numbers or brand name written on the scooter.

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

Consumer Contact
Consumers have been contacted directly by Aqua Scout. For additional information, contact Aqua Scout via e-mail at [email protected], 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

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