Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators
Apeks XL4, XL4+, and XL4 Ocea scuba regulators recalled due to drowning hazard at depths over 45m.
Stop using the recalled regulators immediately and contact Head Watersports for a free replacement or repair. Do not use the regulator at depths exceeding 45 meters.
Recall at a glance
- Units affected
- About 1,105
- Reported incidents
- None reported
- Contact
- HEAD Watersports toll free at 800-874-3236 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email RecallXL4@aqualung.com or online at https://us.apeksdiving.com/pages/recall-information-and-technical-notice, https://us.aqualung.com/pages/recall-information, https://www.head.com/en_US/recalls or https://www.head.com/en and click on "Voluntary Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Why it was recalled
Apeks model XL4, XL4+ and XL4 Ocea second stage scuba regulators can restrict air flow at depths exceeding 45 meters, posing a risk of serious injury or death from drowning. The recalled regulators were sold from April 2025 through June 2026.
Where it was sold
Authorized Apeks, Aqualung, and HEAD Watersports retailers and online at apeksdiving.com, aqualung.com and head.com from April 2025 through June 2026 for between $260 to $1,140.
Timeline
- Announced by CPSC
- Listed on Recall Canary
- Summary updated
Official source
Other Drowning Hazard recalls
Editorial summary by Recall Canary · summary updated 2026-08-08 · primary source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission