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Crane Plumbing Recalls Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool Due to Entrapment and Drowning Hazards

Recalled June 23, 2009 · CPSC recall 09253 · Crane Plumbing

Recalled Bath Tub
Hazard
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
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.
Units
About 5,500
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

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.

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.

Contact

For additional information, contact Crane Plumbing toll-free at (866) 876-3632 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.craneplumbing.com

Product
Crane Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool
Manufacturer(s)
Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas
Retailers
Home improvement, retail and wholesale stores nationwide from March 2007 through February 2009 for between $700 and $2,700.
Made in
United States · Canada

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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