CPSC, Swimways Corp. Announce Recall of Swim Trainers
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2003-09-10 · 03179
Hazards
The nylon body strap on the swim trainer can detach or tear from the flotation device and release a child into water, posing a serious drowning hazard to young children.
Recall
Number
03179
Date
2003-09-10
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
"Sandy Claws" Swim Trainers
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va.
Retailer(s)
Specialty pool and toy stores nationwide and Internet retailers sold the flotation devices, from January 2003 through July 2003, for about $12.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer is a red-and-yellow-colored fabric crab with eight stuffed legs and two eyes covering a styrofoam buoyancy float. Black straps are attached to the side seams to fasten around a child. Printed on the underside of the crab float are the words, "Swim Ways" and "CAUTION: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use."