Swim 'N Score Dive Sticks Recalled by Modell's Due to Risk of Impalement Injury to Children
The hazard
Children can fall or land on these dive sticks in shallow water and suffer impalement injuries. Eye and other facial injuries are also possible.
Incidents reported: None reported.
What to do now
Consumers should keep children from playing with the recalled dive sticks and return the product to any Modell's Sporting Goods for a full refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact Modell's at (800) 275-6633 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.modells.com/recall
About this recall
The recalled Pool Stix are weighted plastic tubes, which stand upright when tossed into water. The sticks are about 8" long and were sold in packs of 6 in various colors. The UPC (#4969382814) is printed on the product's packaging.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC