MK 20 Scuba Regulators (Scubapro) – Service Recall (2006)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators
Brand
Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Scubapro® USA, of El Cajon, Calif. is recalling Scubapro® MK 20 First Stage Regulators. The hazard is: Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recall involves first stage regulators that are marked with the Scubapro brand and identified as the MK20.
Reported concern (CPSC)
Over-tightening of the Yoke or Din retainer during annual servicing of these regulators could result in a stress crack and failure of the regulator. If this occurs during a dive, air supply could be interrupted, posing a drowning hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Scubapro® USA has been providing a service upgrade kit via the authorized dealer network since May 2005 which contains a Yoke or Din retainer that prohibits over-tightening during annual service. Consumers can easily identify if the service upgrade has been completed by counting the vents on the plastic saddle located on the regulator. If the service upgrade has not been completed, the consumer should bring the regulator to any authorized Scubapro® dealer to have the service upgrade completed free of charge.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026