Retractable Pool Cover Recall Lawsuit | 2025 Latest Updates

Aston, Pennsylvania-based Endless Pools is recalling about 11,500 Manual Retractable Security Pool Covers that can leave a gap of more than 4.5 inches between the cover roller and the pool surface when installed incorrectly by the installer. “An improper installation can result in the covers not conforming to the voluntary industry standard, ASTM F-1346, posing drowning and entrapment hazards to children that could result in serious injury or death,” according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
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Retractable Pool Cover Recall Lawsuit Overview

The Endless Pools Manual Retractable Pool Cover lawsuit centers on dangers arising when incorrectly installed covers leave gaps between the roller and pool surface, risking drowning and entrapment.

About 11,485 units were sold in the U.S. (and 480 in Canada) between January 1994 and December 2024. To date, no injuries or fatalities have been officially reported. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Health Canada initiated a joint recall on June 12, 2025.

Latest Retractable Pool Cover Lawsuit Updates

  • June 12, 2025 – CPSC and Health Canada announce voluntary recall of Endless Pools Manual Retractable Pool Covers citing drowning and entrapment hazards.
  • June 12, 2025 – Health Canada updates recall reminder and eligibility, urging inspections and repairs.
  • May 2025 – Endless Pools completes notification to registered owners, and initiates inspection and repair services.

Retractable Pool Cover Lawsuit Statistics

  • Units sold: 11,485 in U.S.; 480 in Canada (1994–2024).
  • Injury reports: 0 confirmed injuries or fatalities so far.
  • Lawsuits filed: None presently filed; potential for future claims exists.
  • Recall remedy: Free site inspection and installation correction offered by Endless Pools.
  • Economic impact: Recall efforts likely cost millions in labor and parts for inspection and correction.

FDA/CPSC Reports and Statistics

The CPSC identifies improper installation leaving gaps of over 4.5″, which can trap children and pose drowning risk—constituting a serious safety violation. The recall underscores the brand’s failure to meet ASTM F‑1346 safety standards for pool covers.

Retractable Pool Cover Injuries & Side Effects

Although no injuries have been confirmed, the potential consequences include:

  • Drowning: Users—especially children—could become entrapped and unable to resurface.
  • Cerebral hypoxia: Asphyxiation symptoms including unconsciousness can occur within minutes.
  • Secondary trauma: Panic or struggle leading to unreported injury (e.g., sprains).

Do You Qualify for a Retractable Pool Cover Lawsuit?

  • You purchased an Endless Pools Manual Retractable Pool Cover installed between January 1994–December 2024.
  • Your installation left a gap or you were using the cover unsupervised.
  • Your child or someone was entrapped, submerged, or nearly drowned.
  • You can provide inspection/repair records, witness statements, or documentation of danger.
  • Your pool cover remains unrepaired or you retained purchase/installation records.

Evidence Required for a Retractable Pool Cover Lawsuit

  • Inspection records: Repair or service documentation by Endless Pools or installers.
  • Witness statements: Eyewitness accounts of entrapment or cover gaps.
  • Product documentation: Receipt, model/serial numbers, installation manual.
  • Timeline proof: Documentation of date of danger or near-drowning event.

Damages You Can Recover

  • Medical expenses: Hospital care, emergency rescue, long-term treatment.
  • Lost wages: Time lost from work during recovery or legal case.
  • Pain & suffering: Emotional and psychological trauma from entrapment.
  • Punitive damages: Possible where gross negligence or failure to warn is proven.

Prior pool safety defect lawsuits have awarded between $100,000 and $1 million, depending on injury and negligence.

Retractable Pool Cover Recall Information

  • Recall date: June 12, 2025—Joint CPSC/Health Canada recall.
  • Affected products: Manual Retractable Pool Covers with hand-crank rollers, various widths (8–16 ft) and colors.
  • Hazard: Gaps >4.5 inches between cover and pool surface causing entrapment/drowning hazard.
  • Remedy: Free inspection and installation correction; do not allow unsupervised use or standing/jumping on the cover until addressed.

Statute of Limitations for Retractable Pool Cover Lawsuits

Most states require injuries to be reported within 2–3 years (e.g., California: 2 years; New York: 3 years). Exceptions may apply for latent harm. Time-sensitive action is critical to preserve evidence and legal rights.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I file? Contact Schmidt&Clark to evaluate your case and initiate a product-liability claim.
  • What documentation is needed? Inspection/installation reports, proof of purchase, witness statements, emergency records.
  • Can I sue without injury? No—you must show actual entrapment or danger sufficient to qualify.
  • What kinds of damages are available? Compensation for medical costs, emotional distress, lost income, and punitive awards in negligence cases.
  • How long will it take? Settlements typically conclude within 18–24 months; trials may take longer.
  • Is Endless Pools at fault? Yes—the recall indicates the company failed to ensure safe installation standards.
  • Can I get a repair now? Yes—call 1‑800‑910‑2714 or use the recall center online.
  • Does a lawsuit affect repairs? No—inspection and repairs proceed independently of legal claims.

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References

  1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Endless-Pools-Recalls-Manual-Retractable-Pool-Covers-Due-to-Drowning-and-Entrapment-Hazards-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-and-Death

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