Product name | Swim Trainers |
Description | The recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer is a red and yellow colored fabric crab with eight stuffed legs and two eyes covering a styrofoam buoyancy float. Black straps are attached to the side seams to fasten around a child. Printed on the underside of the crab float are the words, "Swim Ways" and "CAUTION: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." |
Problem | 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. |
Distribution | Nationwide at specialty pool and toys stores, and Internet retailers. |
Company | Swimways - 800-889-7946; web site - www.swimways.com. |
Dates sold | January 2003 through July 2003. |
Date posted | 09/23/2003 |
Illinois Department of Public Health 535 West Jefferson Street Springfield, Illinois 62761 Phone 217-782-3300 Fax 217-782-3987 TTY 800-547-0466 Questions or Comments |