Waterway Plastics Recalls Spa Drain Suction Covers Due to Risk of Entrapment
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 15-014 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 29, 2014
- Brand
- Waterway Plastics
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Designer Pro Series Suction Covers
- Hazard
- Risk of Entrapment
- Hazard type
- Suffocation and strangulation
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 26,000
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 6, 2015
What was recalled
This recall involves Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series suction covers with model number 640-52XX S, printed on top of the outside edge of the plastic. The round covers are black and silver and were installed in select spas manufactured by Catalina Spas, Four Winds Spas, Dimension One Spas, and Sunrise Spas from June 2011 to June 2013. The covers are installed on the following model spas: Sunrise Spas Series 989 Aquarian, Bimini (Mermaid brand only), 939 Endeavour, 959 Equinox, Essence 250, Genesis 250, Jewel 250, Legend 250, Medallion 350, S102 (Whitewater brand only), S103, S104, S105, 203LS, 204LS, 205LS, 949 Meridian, 249 Spirit SE, Tonga (Mermaid brand only). Model and series numbers are located on the cabinet panel on the lower right side near the top side control. Dimension One Spa Series At Home Series, Bay Series, Reflection Series and Streamline spas The model name is on the inside of the cabinet access door. Four Winds Spa Series XL Swim Spas XL 12000, XL14000, XL 16000 The model name is printed on stainless steel plates mounted on the outside of the spa. They are usually located on the left panel, using the topside as the front panel. Catalina Spas All models manufactured from 2011-2013.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Designer Pro Series Suction Covers · About 26,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Pool and Spa dealers nationwide from June 2011 to June 2013 for between $3,500 and $16,000 for the spas.; Waterway Plastics, of Oxnard, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received 70 reports of drain covers detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
Waterway Plastics toll-free at (866) 719-6044, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or website at www.waterwayplastics.com and click on "Recall" under Resources for more information.
Recall history and context
Waterway Plastics appears in 2 CPSC recalls on record.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Designer Pro Series Suction Covers (About 26,000 units). This recall involves Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series suction covers with model number 640-52XX S, printed on top of the outside edge of the plastic.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Risk of Entrapment.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using spas with the recalled drained covers. Consumers should contact Waterway Plastics for inspection instructions and information on receiving a free replacement cover.
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- Waterway Plastics Recalls Certain Drain Covers
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 6, 2015. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.