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

Crane Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool

Date of Recall

2009-06-23

CPSC Release Number

09-253

Manufactured In

United States and Canada

Company Phone Number

(866) 876-3632

Units

About 5,500

Manufacturer

Crane Plumbing LLC, of Dallas, Texas

Sold By

Home improvement, retail and wholesale stores nationwide from March 2007 through February 2009 for between $700 and $2,700.

Problem/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.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

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:

1. Contact Crane directly to arrange for a service agent to perform a free, in-person replacement in their home or facility; or
2. Consumers can choose to replace the part themselves and Crane will provide them with a free repair kit and directions.

Consumer 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

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