CPSC recall · Reported June 23, 2009
Crane Plumbing Recalls Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool Due to Entrapment and Drowning Hazards
The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bather's hair in the openings, causing the bather's head to be held under water, which can result in drowning.
Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas recalled The bathtubs are acrylic with 6-12 jets. The Crane logo is printed on the whirlpool and/o….
Crane Plumbing Recalls Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool Due to Entrapment and Drowning Hazards was recalled by Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas in June 23, 2009. Reason: The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bather's hair in the openings, causing the bather's head to be he…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubs. Consumers can contact Crane fo…. Verify recall #09253 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas issued this CPSC recall-The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bather's hair in the openings, causing the bather's head to be he….
- None
- agency class
- June 23, 2009
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09253 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The bathtubs are acrylic with 6-12 jets. The Crane logo is printed on the whirlpool and/or noted on the air control valve.
Reason for recall
The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bather's hair in the openings, causing the bather's head to be held under water, which can result in drowning.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubs. Consumers can contact Crane for additional identification information on affected tubs. Consumers who have the recalled tub have two options: Contact Crane directly to arrange for a service agent to perform a free, in-person replacement in their home or facility; or Consumers can choose to replace the part themselves and Crane will provide them with a free repair kit and directions.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09253 |
| Date reported | June 23, 2009 |
| Date initiated | June 23, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas |
| Affected scope | About 5,500 |
| 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 immediately stop using the recalled tubs. Consumers can contact Crane for additional identification information …
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- 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
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