Consumer Recalls: Pool and In-Ground Spa Drain Covers

There have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:

Pool and In-Ground Spa Drain Covers

Eight manufacturers announced a voluntary recall of pool and in-ground spa drain covers because they were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers. For a complete list of manufacturers, model information, dates sold, remedies and pictures, go here. The recalled drain covers were sold through professional pool and spa builders, and installers.

Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on their make and model.  For additional information, consumers should contact the Drain Cover Recall Hotline toll-free at (866) 478-3521 any time, or visit the Drain Cover Recall website. Consumers with drain covers from Waterway Plastics should contact the firm toll-free at (866) 719-6044 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT, or visit the manufacturer’s website.

Other Pool Drain Cover Recalls

• MDX Pool and Spa Drain Covers

• Lawson Pool Drain Covers

Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.