Swimways Corp. Recalls "Skippy" Pool Toys Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 08065 · announced November 6, 2007 · Swimways · 31,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves a rubber pool toy shaped like a fish. The fish are blue, purple or green colored and measure 8 ½ inches long by 5 inches wide. A loop of elastic tubing shaped like a tongue comes out of the mouth of the fish and is used for launching the fish across the water like a slingshot. "WARNING. Do not aim at another person. Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the fish.
The hazard
The elastic tongue of the fish can break and forcefully come out and cut the users' hands during launching of the toy.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and contact Swimways for a free replacement toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Swimways has received 24 reports of the pool toy breaking during use. There were five reports of injuries to children including one requiring stitches to a child's hand. Another child's thumb nail was ripped back from the nail bed.
Sold at: Mass merchandisers and independent pool supply stores nationwide from February 2007 through September 2007 for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Swimways toll-free at (888) 559-4653 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.swimways.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.