GOETAS Pool Drain Covers recalled over entrapment hazard

Recall date

September 12, 2024

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

GOETAS Pool Drain Covers Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard; Violation of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by GOETAS

Recall number

24361

Brand / firm

GuangZhouShiYiYangKangTiSheBeiYouXianGongSi, dba GOETAS, of China

Sold / distributed

Amazon.com from March 2022 through July 2024 for about $61.

Why it was recalled

The recalled drain covers do not conform to the entrapment protection regulations of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.

What was recalled

This recall involves GOETAS-branded drain covers that are sold for use in swimming pools. The white, plastic, main pool drain covers measure about 7 inches high and have top grates that measure about 9 inches in diameter.

What to do

Pool owners/operators and consumers should immediately stop using pools with the recalled pool drain cover; and remove, replace and dispose of the recalled drain covers. Take a photo of the recalled cover and send it to the recalling firm by email at [email protected] to receive a full refund. Ensure all pools and spas have Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA) compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from drains. Amazon is contacting all known purchasers directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.