If you or a loved one suffered from entrapment or near-entrapment due to a defective pool drain cover, you may be eligible to pursue a Pool Drain Cover Lawsuit. These claims may arise from physical injuries, emotional trauma, or wrongful death risks tied to unsafe drain cover designs.
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Table Of Contents
- What’s the Problem?
- Latest Pool Drain Cover Recall Updates
- Pool Drain Cover Lawsuit Statistics
- Regulatory Violations & Hazard Analysis
- Injuries & Health Risks
- Do You Qualify for a Pool Drain Cover Lawsuit?
- Recall Instructions & Consumer Action
- Statute of Limitations & Urgency
- FAQs
- Get a Free Pool Drain Cover Recall Lawsuit Evaluation With Our Lawyers
- References
What’s the Problem?
Legal claims center a July 2, 2025 recall by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) of approximately 500 Jeriflyer 8‑inch pool drain covers sold by Junjuanshop on Amazon.
These covers do not meet the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act’s entrapment protection standards, creating a serious risk of swimmers, especially children, being trapped by suction forces at pool drains. No injuries have yet been reported, but the hazard is deemed life-threatening.
Latest Pool Drain Cover Recall Updates
- July 2, 2025 – CPSC recalls approximately 500 Jeriflyer 8‑inch pool drain covers due to entrapment hazard under federal law [1].
- July 3, 2025 – NACHI and pool inspection forums advise homeowners to stop using recalled covers immediately and follow return/refund instructions [2].
- July 4, 2025 – Media outlets emphasize the entrapment risk and confirm Amazon is contacting purchasers with refund guidance [3].
Pool Drain Cover Lawsuit Statistics
- Units recalled: ~500 Jeriflyer 8‑inch drain covers.
- Sales period: April 2024 – May 2025 via Amazon by Junjuanshop.
- Incident reports: No confirmed injuries; recall precaution advised for risk.
Regulatory Violations & Hazard Analysis
The CPSC determined the recalled drain covers fail to comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool & Spa Safety Act, which mandates special grate designs to prevent strong suction and entrapment. This failure provides grounds for strict liability and negligence claims against manufacturers, importers, and retailers.
Injuries & Health Risks
Though there are no reported incidents yet, the entrapment hazard poses serious potential harm:
- Suction entrapment: Victims can be held underwater, especially children, due to powerful pool drain suction.
- Near-drowning injuries: Panic and air deprivation can lead to lasting neurological or physical effects.
- Emotional trauma: Survivors and families may experience PTSD and anxiety after an entrapment event.
Do You Qualify for a Pool Drain Cover Lawsuit?
- You purchased a recalled Jeriflyer 8‑inch drain cover from April 2024 to May 2025.
- You experienced entrapment, near-drowning, or sustained emotional trauma due to the product.
- You have proof of purchase and can provide photographs, pool system documentation, or recall notice.
- You have medical or psychological evaluation records related to the incident.
Evidence Required
- Product proof: Photos of the recalled drain cover, especially lot or model identifiers.
- Purchase documentation: Amazon order history or proof of acquisition from Junjuanshop.
- Medical or safety reports: ER visits, rescue reports, therapy notes, or psychological evaluations.
- Recall notice: CPSC recall emails or links directing product removal.
- Witness statements: From pool users, rescuers, or first responders present.
Damages You Can Recover
- Medical expenses: Hospital, rescue service, therapy, and mental health treatment.
- Pain & suffering: Emotional and physical toll from entrapment trauma.
- Loss of consortium: Harm to family relationships resulting from the incident.
- Loss of use: Pool or property devaluation, cost of replacement cover.
- Punitive damages: Possible if it’s shown Junjuanshop or Amazon knowingly sold unsafe covers.
Recall Instructions & Consumer Action
- Recall date: July 2, 2025.
- Product details: Jeriflyer 8‑inch drain covers sold April 2024–May 2025 on Amazon.
- Hazard: Non‑compliant with VGBA entrapment protection standards.
- Consumer remedy: Immediately remove the cover, photograph it, email Junjuanshop2025@outlook.com for refund and follow instructions; Amazon is contacting buyers for refund/replacement.
Statute of Limitations & Urgency
Legal claims related to defective pool drain covers must be filed within **two to five years** of injury or exposure, depending on jurisdiction. Prompt reporting, documentation, and medical evaluation are crucial to preserve claims and support compensation efforts.
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FAQs
1. Is proof of injury necessary?
Yes—claimants must show actual entrapment, physical harm, or emotional trauma from using the cover.
2. Can I sue without injuries?
It’s possible for emotional distress claims if there’s documented fear or anxiety from near-entrapped events.
3. Are homeowners and pool operators both liable?
Lawsuits may target both sellers (Junjuanshop/Amazon) and maintenance operators if they failed to remove recalled covers.
4. Does a refund remove my claim?
No—a refund does not waive legal rights to damages for harm suffered.
5. Do I need an attorney?
Yes—these cases involve federal entrapment standards, pool engineering, and product design law requiring expert legal support.
Get a Free Pool Drain Cover Recall Lawsuit Evaluation With Our Lawyers
Time is limited to pursue legal action due to state-specific statutes of limitations.
Only a few years from the date of injury to file a claim.
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- No upfront costs or fees
- Payment only upon successful recovery
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Jeriflyer-Pool-Drain-Covers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-Hazard-Violation-of-the-Virginia-Graeme-Baker-Pool-and-Spa-Safety-Act-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Junjuanshop
- https://www.usrecallnews.com/jeriflyer-pool-drain-covers-recalled-due-to-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death-from-entrapment-hazard-violation-of-the-virginia-graeme-baker-pool-and-spa-safety-act-sold-on-amazon-by-junjuanshop/
- https://radiofreehubcity.com/2025/07/04/amazon-pool-drain-cover-recall-prompts-immediate-action-for-homeowners-due-to-drowning-risk/
- https://www.nachi.org/forum/recall-jeriflyer-pool-drain-covers-recalled-due-to-risk-of-serious-injury-or-death-from-entrapment-hazard/257929/