Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported May 19, 2003
CPSC, Swimways Corp. Announce Recall of Pool Dive Sticks
Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries.
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Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. recalled These are "Swim Ways Deluxe Dive Buddies" weighted dive sticks. The dive sticks are soft … - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Swimways Corp. Announce Recall of Pool Dive Sticks was recalled by Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. in May 19, 2003. Reason: Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries.. Remedy: Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children immediately and contact Swimwa…. Verify recall #03126 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries..
- Moderate
- severity level
- May 19, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03126 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #03126) was formally reported on May 19, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 25,000 packages.
The documented reason for this recall is: Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children immediately and contact Swimways for information on receiving a refund or free replacement product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
About 25,000 packages
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
These are "Swim Ways Deluxe Dive Buddies" weighted dive sticks. The dive sticks are soft plastic tubes that have character heads and feet. The characters are a yellow seahorse, a green and purple walrus, a red and blue underwater diver, and a blue shark. The dive sticks are about 7.5 inches long and an inch in diameter. When dropped into water, they sink to the bottom of a pool and stand upright so children can swim or dive down and retrieve them. There is no writing on the products except numbers located on the backs that represent the dive stick's point value. The cardboard-backed packaging shows a photo of fish and coral in an underwater scene. Writing on the packaging includes "Swim Ways," "Deluxe Dive Buddies" and "Made in China."
Reason for recall
Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children immediately and contact Swimways for information on receiving a refund or free replacement product.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03126 |
| Date reported | May 19, 2003 |
| Date initiated | May 19, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. |
| Affected scope | About 25,000 packages |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children immediately and contact Swimways for information on receiving a refund…
- Check the recall number (03126) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
These are "Swim Ways Deluxe Dive Buddies" weighted dive sticks. The dive sticks are soft plastic tubes that have character heads and feet. The characters are a yellow seahorse, a green and purple walrus, a red and blue underwater diver, and a blue shark. The dive sticks are about 7.5 inches long and an inch in diameter. When dropped into water, they sink to the bottom of a pool and stand upright so children can swim or dive down and retrieve them. There is no writing on the products except numbers located on the backs that represent the dive stick's point value. The cardboard-backed packaging shows a photo of fish and coral in an underwater scene. Writing on the packaging includes "Swim Ways," "Deluxe Dive Buddies" and "Made in China.". Recalled by Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va.. Units affected: About 25,000 packages.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and may suffer impalement injuries.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children immediately and contact Swimways for information on receiving a refund or free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 19, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03126.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (03126) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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