Lawson Aquatics recalls pool drain covers with model numbers MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, and FI-SG-181824 due to incorrect water flow ratings that may entrap swimmers.
The recalled drain covers were incorrectly rated to handle the flow of water through the cover, which could pose a possible entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers.
Lawson Aquatics is recalling certain pool drain covers because they were incorrectly rated for water flow, which could entrap swimmers. This poses a risk of injury if a swimmer gets caught in the drain cover while it's operating.
The drain covers were rated incorrectly for the water flow they handle, meaning they might not function properly under normal swimming conditions. This could cause the cover to trap a swimmer's limbs or body, leading to entrapment injuries.
Pool owners and spa operators who have the recalled drain covers with model numbers MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, or FI-SG-181824 are most at risk. Swimmers using these covers could be entangled if the cover fails to properly handle water flow.
Check the drain cover for model numbers: MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, or FI-SG-181824. The recall covers pool and spa drain covers with Lawson's name and model information on the cover.
Pool owners and operators should contact Lawson Aquatics to get a replacement or retrofit for the recalled drain covers based on their specific model.
Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on their drain cover make and model.
The recalled models are MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, and FI-SG-181824.
Check the drain cover for model numbers: MLD-FGD-1818, MLD-GOD-1818, MLD-SG-1818, FI-SG-181818, or FI-SG-181824. The recall covers pool and spa drain covers with Lawson's name and model information on the cover.
No, but you should contact Lawson Aquatics to get a replacement or retrofit as soon as possible to prevent entrapment risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Lawson Aquatics to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 853 — Lawson Aquatics Pool drain covers Hello, I own a Pool drain covers that is covered by recall 853 from Lawson Aquatics. The official recall notice states: Pool owners/operators and consumers who have one of the recalled pool or spa drain covers should immediately contact the manufacturer to receive a replacement or retrofit, depending on their drain cover make and model. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
