Product Recall: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages (2607-0132)
Product Recall for Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulators presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation.
Summary
Product: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages
Hazard: Affected products present a risk of asphyxiation as the flow of breathing gas can be restricted during use.
Corrective action: The product has been withdrawn from the market and recalled from end users by Apeks.
Product information
| Type | Personal protective equipment (PPE) - Environmental Respiratory Protection - Non-Powered |
|---|---|
| Brand | Apeks |
| Models | XL4, XL4+ and Ocea |
| Affected serial number range | Between 250402212 and 260402893 |
| Manufacturing period of affected products | April 2025 to April 2026 |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Product Description | Apeks-branded scuba diving breathing devices. |
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Affected part numbers and product descriptions
| CPN | SAP | Description |
|---|---|---|
| RS118113 | 726036 | XL4 2nd STAGE WHITE |
| RG124121 | 726012 | XL4 OCEA REG YUCCA YOKE |
| RG124122 | 726012 | XL4 OCEA REG GREY YOKE |
| RG124123 | 726012 | XL4 OCEA REG YUCCA DIN |
| RG124124 | 726012 | XL4 OCEA REG GREY DIN |
| RS118123 | no SAP / discontinued | XL4 OCEA 2nd STAGE MINT |
| RS118118 | no SAP / discontinued | XL4 OCEA 2nd STG GRY |
| RS118119 | no SAP / discontinued | XL4 OCEA 2nd STG OCTOPUS |
| RS118120 | 726038 | OCTO XL4 OCEA |
| RQ117115 | 726024 | STG 3 XL4 OCEA YUC YOKE |
| RQ117116 | 726024 | STG 3 XL4 OCEA GRY YOKE |
| RQ117117 | 726024 | STG 3 XL4 OCEA YUC DIN |
| RQ117118 | 726024 | STG 3 XL4 OCEA GRY DIN |
| RT111122 | 726049 | XL4+ REGULATOR YOKE |
| RT111121 | 726049 | XL4+ REGULATOR DIN |
| RS118122 | 726039 | XL4+ OCTO 2nd STAGE |
| RQ117120 | 726025 | XL4+ STAGE3 YOKE |
| RQ117119 | 726025 | XL4+ STAGE3 DIN |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of asphyxiation as a manufacturing defect in the second-stage spindle assembly can restrict the flow of breathing gas at depths exceeding 45 metres. The regulator may not deliver sufficient breathing gas when required, posing a risk of inadequate air supply to the diver at depth.
The products do not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.
Corrective action
The affected products have been recalled from end users.
Owners are advised to stop using the regulator immediately if it falls within the affected serial number range and return it to their place of purchase or an authorised Apeks service centre. You can find your nearest authorised Apeks service centre using the store locater: https://uk.apeksdiving.com/pages/store-locator.
Affected regulators will be inspected and, if necessary, repaired free of charge by qualified technicians using approved Apeks replacement components. There is no charge for the inspection, repair or shipping.
For further details, please access the Apeks recall page at the following link: Product Safety Recall: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and OCEA Second Stage
Additional information
PSD case number: 2607-0132
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards