Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported March 10, 2016
Anchor Industries Recalls Safety Pool Covers Due to Drowning Risk (Recall Alert)
The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk.
The recall
Anchor Industries, Inc., of Evansville, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk..
- Moderate
- severity level
- March 10, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16732 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16732) was formally reported on March 10, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Anchor Industries, Inc., of Evansville, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 350.
The documented reason for this recall is: The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk. 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 immediately contact their pool cover dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement of the snap hooks. — 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
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 350
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves mesh and solid-material Anchor 5-Star, Anchor Mesh, Classic Solid and Defender Mesh brand custom safety pool covers. The covers' cables are connected to the pool wall using brass-plated snap hooks with a gold-tone spring tab, a seam and a hook end with a bezel. The date of manufacture appears on the warning label on the underside of each pool cover. Manufacture dates of "Sep 14," "Oct 14" and "Nov 14" are subject to the recall. "Manufactured by Anchor Industries, Inc." also appears on the label.
Reason for recall
The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately contact their pool cover dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement of the snap hooks.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16732 |
| Date reported | March 10, 2016 |
| Date initiated | March 10, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Anchor Industries, Inc., of Evansville, Ind. |
| Affected scope | About 350 |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves mesh and solid-material Anchor 5-Star, Anchor Mesh, Classic Solid and Defender Mesh brand custom safety pool covers. The covers' cables are connected to the pool wall using brass-plated snap hooks with a gold-tone spring tab, a seam and a hook end with a bezel. The date of manufacture appears on the warning label on the underside of each pool cover. Manufacture dates of "Sep 14," "Oct 14" and "Nov 14" are subject to the recall. "Manufactured by Anchor Industries, Inc." also appears on the label.. Recalled by Anchor Industries, Inc., of Evansville, Ind.. Units affected: About 350.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately contact their pool cover dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement of the snap hooks.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 10, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16732.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16732) 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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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 10, 2016.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).