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Dive & Glide Scuba maintains this page as a permanent reference for important scuba equipment recalls and manufacturer safety notices. New notices appear at the top while they are timely, then remain permanently filed below by manufacturer.

Important: Dive & Glide Scuba provides this page as a customer service and safety resource. Manufacturer and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notices remain the controlling source for current recall requirements, inspection procedures, repairs, remedies, and eligibility. Always review the official recall link provided with each notice.

Most Recent Recall: Apeks XL4, XL4+ & XL4 Ocea

August 6, 2026

HEAD Watersports recalled select Apeks XL4, XL4+ and XL4 Ocea second-stage scuba regulators sold from April 2025 through June 2026.

A manufacturing defect in the second-stage spindle assembly can restrict airflow or gas delivery at depths exceeding 45 meters (approximately 147 feet), creating a drowning hazard.

Stop using an affected regulator immediately and have the valve spindle assembly replaced at no cost by a HEAD Watersports Authorized Retailer.
Affected Models XL4, XL4+ and XL4 Ocea second stages
Serial Range 250402212 through 260402893
CPSC Recall 26-677 | August 6, 2026
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2026 Recall Notices

Apeks

1 recall / safety notice

XL4, XL4+ & XL4 Ocea Second-Stage Scuba Regulators

CPSC Recall 26-677 | Recall Date: August 6, 2026
Safety Recall
Sold April 2025 through June 2026 | $260–$1,140
Affected Serial Range 250402212 through 260402893
Remedy Stop use; free valve spindle assembly replacement
The second-stage regulator can restrict airflow at depths exceeding 45 meters / approximately 147 feet, posing a risk of serious injury or death from drowning.
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Products: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and XL4 Ocea second-stage scuba regulators in black, white, gray, mint or yellow, with serial numbers between 250402212 and 260402893. The serial number is laser-etched on the side of the regulator and also appears on the shipping carton.

Where sold: Authorized Apeks, Aqualung and HEAD Watersports retailers and online at Apeks, Aqualung and HEAD websites from April 2025 through June 2026 for approximately $260 to $1,140.

Hazard: A manufacturing defect can restrict airflow or gas delivery at depths exceeding 45 meters (approximately 147 feet).

What to do: Stop using the recalled regulator immediately and bring it to a HEAD Watersports Authorized Retailer. The valve spindle assembly will be replaced at no cost.

Dive & Glide Scuba is not currently an Apeks dealer, but we are happy to help local divers review the recall information and determine where to obtain the manufacturer-authorized remedy.

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Hollis

1 recall / safety notice

200LX Second-Stage Diving Regulators

CPSC Recall 26-624 | Recall Date: July 16, 2026
Safety Recall
Sold May 2017 through February 2026 | About $330
Reports 17 reports of inlet tube breakage; no injuries reported
Remedy Stop use; free repair through Hollis / Huish Outdoors
The regulator inlet tube can crack and break, which can render the second stage non-functional and interrupt the diver's gas supply.
View affected serial numbers, hazard and what to do

Product: Hollis 200LX second-stage diving regulators. “200LX” and “Hollis” are engraved on top of the regulator, and the serial number is located under the mouthpiece.

Affected serial-number ranges:

  • C3753 – C77735
  • S73202 – S84427
  • HA00001 – HA14873
  • LX001698 – LX009896

Where sold: Diving supply stores nationwide from May 2017 through February 2026 for about $330.

Hazard: The inlet tube can crack and break, posing a risk of serious injury or death from drowning. Huish Outdoors received 17 reports of the inlet tube breaking; no injuries were reported.

What to do: Stop using the recalled regulator immediately. Return it to the nearest authorized Hollis dealer for a free repair, or contact Huish Outdoors for instructions and a prepaid shipping label to return the regulator by mail for a free repair.

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SCUBAPRO

1 recall / safety notice

Monorail Weight Pockets for BCDs

CPSC Recall 26-393 | Recall Date: April 9, 2026
Safety Recall
Sold November 2025 through February 2026 | About $200
Reports 2 reports of D-ring handle detachment; no injuries reported
Remedy Stop use; register for a free repair
The gray D-ring handle can detach during use, potentially preventing a diver from releasing the weight pocket in an emergency.
View product details, hazard and what to do

Product: SCUBAPRO Monorail Weight Pockets designed to attach to a BCD. They have a black base, a fabric pouch in various colors, and a gray plastic D-ring release handle. The recall includes both standard and mini sizes and all colors covered by the recall.

Where sold: Specialty dive shops nationwide, Scubapro.com and other authorized online retailers from November 2025 through February 2026 for about $200.

Hazard: The D-ring handle used to unlock the weight pocket can detach. If that happens, the diver may not be able to remove the weight pocket in an emergency to rise to the surface, creating a drowning hazard.

What to do: Immediately stop using the Monorail Weight Pockets. Register with SCUBAPRO for a free D-ring handle repair at an authorized dealer, or obtain a prepaid shipping label to return the recalled pockets to SCUBAPRO for a free repair and free return shipping.

SCUBAPRO's recall information states that the Hydros Pro 2 BCD itself is not affected by this recall; the recall applies to the Monorail Weight Pockets.

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