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Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages - sold at Dive Tutukaka, Dive Wellington and The Dive Doctor
Official notice
25 Jun 2026
Last checked
25 Jun 2026
An official Product Safety NZ notice concerns Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages - sold at Dive Tutukaka, Dive Wellington and The Dive Doctor. Head Oceania (trading as Apeks) is recalling these products because 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. In an extreme situation this presents a risk of death or serious injury from asphyxiation if the regulator does not supply adequate air to a diver when used. Published 2026-06-25.
What to do now
Stop using the regulator immediately if it falls within the affected serial number range. Please return the regulator to either: The authorised Apeks dealer from whom it was purchased; or Aquatech NZ, 4 Wouldbank Way, Welcome Bay, New Zealand 3112. Include clearly your name, phone number, return shipping address and store/point of purchase details. 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.
Official notice
2026-06-25
The hazard
The hazard
Head Oceania (trading as Apeks) is recalling these products because 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. In an extreme situation this presents a risk of death or serious injury from asphyxiation if the regulator does not supply adequate air to a diver when used.
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Brand: Apeks Xl4 Xl4+ And Ocea Regulator Second Stages. Contact: Head Oceania Pty Ltd (trading as Apeks). Phone 09 525 4032.
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