Personal watercraft
Personal watercraft was recalled on 15 April 2022 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00578/22. Drowning, Injuries risk reported by Belgium. The tabs of the portable audio system may break, causing it to dislodge from its support.
| Alert Number | A12/00578/22 |
| Brand | Sea-Doo |
| Category | Recreational crafts |
| Risk Type | Drowning, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Belgium |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Model Number | Spark |
| Published | 15 April 2022 |
Risk Description
The tabs of the portable audio system may break, causing it to dislodge from its support.Consequently, the audio system may hit the user and/or passenger, leading to injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Recreational Craft and Personal Watercraft Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 09/09/2019
Product Description
Sea-Doo Spark Model year 2019 to 2022.Watercrafts equipped with a portable audio system.
🌊 ⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a drowning, injuries hazard related to Personal watercraft.
About this risk
Drowning: This product does not provide adequate stability or safety features for use in or around water, creating a drowning risk. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Drowning: Do not use this product in or near water. Never leave children unattended near water, even with flotation devices. Return the product to the retailer. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
Children are at extreme risk. Drowning can occur in as little as 2 cm of water. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.