CPSC

"Sandy Claws" Swim Trainers Recalled for Drowning Hazard

Recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer
Recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer
Child using recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer
Child using recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer

Hazard

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.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the swim trainers immediately and return them to the company for a full refund. Swimways will provide consumers with a self-addressed envelope to return the product.

Consumer Contact

Consumers should contact Swimways at (800) 889-7946 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.swimways.com

Products

"Sandy Claws" Swim Trainers

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Specialty pool and toy stores nationwide and Internet retailers sold the flotation devices, from January 2003 through July 2003, for about $12.