Suunto Dive Computers Recalled Due to Decompression Hazard
CPSC recall 06216. Recall date: . Last publish date of the CPSC notice: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
These dive computers could incorrectly track dive time, which could cause incorrect calculation of decompression requirements. This could lead to decompression sickness.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should only use these dive computers with backup instrumentation. Consumers should bring the recalled units to the nearest authorized Suunto dealer for a software update to correct the problem. A free battery replacement and pressure testing will be provided as part of the free software update service. All updated products will be marked with an indelible white dot on the back of the unit, or with an engraved "U" near the serial number.
CPSC recall 06216 has the recall date 19 Jul 2006. The notice names the firm Suunto Oy. The recall has about 3,900 units. The median CPSC recall of 2006 has 15,200 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Lead or chemical. CPSC gives the product type Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment.
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More of the notice
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| Incidents and injuries | None reported |
|---|---|
| Units | 3,900 |
| Description | The D9 and D6 diving instruments are advanced, gas-switching, multi-mode, decompression dive wristop computers. The products included are: the D9 model with serial numbers 62102582 and below; and the D6 model with serial numbers 62103693 and below. The serial number is located on the side of the product. The model number is located on the back of the product. |
| Product | Suunto D9 and D6 Model Wristop Dive Computers, About 3,900, Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment |
| Sold at | Diving specialty shops nationwide, as well as various Web sites, from September 2004 through June 2006 for about $1,275 for the D9 (without wireless transmitter) and $900 for the D6. |
| Manufacturer | Suunto Oy, of Finland |
| Made in | Finland |
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The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 3,900Median of 2006: 15,200
- CPSC recalls of 2006
- 319
- Recalls of 2006 with one of the same hazards
- 8%
- Recalls of 2006 in the category Scuba Diving/Water Activity Equipment
- 2%
- Recalls on the register that name Suunto Oy
- 3
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 4 Oct 2017 | Suunto Recalls Wireless Tank Transmitter and Tank POD Due to Injury Hazard |
| 23 Jan 2014 | Suunto Recalls Air Hoses Used With Scuba Gear Due To Drowning Hazard |
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 06216. https://recallregister.com/product/3319-suunto-dive-computers-recalled-due-to-decompression-hazard/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- US Consumer Product Safety Commission
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 06216 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
None reported
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Diving specialty shops nationwide, as well as various Web sites, from September 2004 through June 2006 for about $1,275 for the D9 (without wireless transmitter) and $900 for the D6.
- How many units are in CPSC recall 06216?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 3,900
- Where was the product made?
- The CPSC notice gives:
Finland