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CPSC recall · Reported May 26, 2011

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… - a moderate-severity action.

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 moderate-severity CPSC recall-The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could p….

Moderate
severity level
May 26, 2011
reported

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 CPSC action (record #11739) was formally reported on May 26, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Paramount Pool & Spa Systems, of Chandler, Ariz. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installed.

The documented reason for this recall is: 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. 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: 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. - 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, 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

30 units distributed in the U.S. with an estimated 25 installed

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

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.

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 Moderate
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…

  • Check the recall number (11739) 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?
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. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 11739.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (11739) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported May 26, 2011. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.