CSK Auto Recall of Aqua Water Scooters

Aqua Water Scooters

Date of Recall
2005-06-29

CPSC Release Number
05-210

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 842-3070

Units
About 2,200

Importer
CSK Auto Inc., of Phoenix. Ariz.

Sold By
Checker Auto Parts and Kragen Auto Parts stores in California, Arizona, Nevada and Minnesota, and on the firm's Web site from April 2005 to June 2005 for about $99.

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
CSK has received nine reports of the battery cover and/or the battery package being expelled from the water scooter, including three reports of facial injuries such as lacerations and bruising.

Description
The Aqua Water Scooter is a hand-held, battery-powered product used to propel swimmers through the water. The product has either a yellow or red plastic enclosure, a black plastic handle and propeller and a shark face on the front.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled water scooter immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact CSK Auto at (800) 842-3070 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the CSK Web site at www.cskauto.com

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