Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers Pose Possible Entrapment Hazard to Swimmers

The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.

Recall #: 11739
Affected scope: 30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installed

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Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz. recalled The recall involves one pool and spa drain cover, Model MDX, (sold after 12/18/2008). Mar….

Paramount Pool & Spa System Recalls Certain Drain Covers Due to Incorrect Rating; Covers … was recalled by Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz. in May 26, 2011. Reason: The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could p…. Remedy: Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers…. Verify recall #11739 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz. issued this CPSC recall-The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could p….

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agency class: May 26, 2011
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #11739 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.

Product description

Reason for recall

The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.

Remedy, what to do

Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact Paramount to receive a replacement cover.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	11739
Date reported	May 26, 2011
Date initiated	May 26, 2011
Recalling firm	Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz.
Affected scope	30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installed
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

Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact Paramount to…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

The recall involves one pool and spa drain cover, Model MDX, (sold after 12/18/2008). Markings on the cover will indicate MDX logo, a maximum flow rating of 64 GPM, ASME A112.19.8 - 2007, VGB 2008 and include the USPC Shield.. Recalled by Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz.. Units affected: 30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installed.

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.

What should consumers do? ▼

Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact Paramount to receive a replacement cover.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 26, 2011. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 11739.

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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