Crenlux Pool Drain Covers Recall Due to Entrapment Hazard

Source: CPSC · United States

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About 200 Crenlux pool drain covers sold on Amazon are recalled for violating the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act, posing entrapment and drowning risks.

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What Happened

Crenlux-branded pool drain covers are being recalled because they violate the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act, posing deadly entrapment and drowning hazards to swimmers and bathers.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves Crenlux pool drain covers. The white plastic covers measure about eight inches in diameter and weigh about 12.7 ounces, with "Crenlux" printed on the packaging. Approximately 200 units were sold online at Amazon.com from June 2025 through March 2026 for about $20. The distributor is Guangzhou Yikang Cultural Communication Co., Ltd., dba Eicong, of China.

What You Should Do

Pool owners, pool operators and consumers should stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers immediately and contact Eicong for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the cover by writing in permanent marker "Recalled" on it and to send a photo of the destroyed cover to Crenlux_recall@outlook.com.

Why This Matters

The recalled drain covers pose deadly entrapment and drowning hazards to swimmers and bathers.

Source

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Crenlux-Pool-Drain-Covers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-and-Drowning-Hazards-Violates-Virginia-Graeme-Baker-Pool-Spa-Safety-Act-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Eicong (CPSC Recall Number 26527)

Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗

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Common questions about this CPSC product recall.

What is this CPSC product recall about?
About 200 Crenlux pool drain covers sold on Amazon are recalled for violating the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act, posing entrapment and drowning risks.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by CPSC. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with CPSC for the most current geographic scope.
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