Curve in-pool step systems
CPSC Recall #18-198 — August 21, 2018
Product
Curve in-pool step systems
Description
This recall involves three models of in-pool step systems with curved steps for in-ground and aboveground pools. The steps and handrails are made of gray and beige plastic. The manufacturing/date code is located on the side walls of each step. ModelProduct DescriptionManufacturing/Date Code Range#CCX-AGConfer Curve base (staircase) 4-step for aboveground poolAll 2013-2018#CCX-IGConfer Curve base (staircase) 3-step for in-ground poolAll 2013-2018#CCX-ADDCurve add-on unit for either in-ground or aboveground stairsAll 2013-2018
Hazard
Children’s limbs can become entrapped in the side openings of the step systems, posing a drowning hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Confer Plastics has received two reports of children’s arms becoming entrapped in the side panel openings of the step systems, including reports of minor abrasions. No drownings have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pool step systems and contact Confer Plastics for a free repair kit. The repair kit will include additional panels to prevent entrapment and installation instructions.
Units Affected
About 100,000 (In addition, about 2,100 were sold in Canada)
Sold At
Champion Pool Distributors, Cinderella, EMSCO Distributors, Leisure Living, Leslie's, Superior Pool Products, Water Warehouse stores and other stores nationwide and online at www.conferplastics.com from January 2013 through July 2018 for between $200 and $400.
Manufacturer
Confer Plastics, of North Tonawanda, N.Y.
Manufactured In
U.S.