July 9, 2026 — A recent incident report highlights a significant safety concern involving an OeyUoc brand pool drain cover, model WG1048E-1P, purchased from Amazon.com. The product has been found to be non-compliant with critical federal safety standards designed to prevent entrapment and drowning in pools and spas, posing a serious risk to swimmers and bathers.
Product Details
Incident Overview
On May 20, 2026, a consumer purchased an OeyUoc brand pool drain cover, model WG1048E-1P, through Amazon.com. Upon inspection, it was determined that this particular drain cover does not meet the stringent entrapment protection standards mandated by the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA). Specifically, the product fails to comply with 16 C.F.R. part 1450, which incorporates by reference the entrapment protection standard of ANSI/APSP/ICC-16. The report notes that the drain cover is neither certified nor does it adhere to the crucial labeling requirements outlined in Section 8 of ANSI/APSP/ICC-16. This lack of compliance was identified as posing an immediate entrapment and drowning hazard to individuals using pools or spas equipped with this drain cover.
Safety Concerns
The primary safety concern with the OeyUoc WG1048E-1P pool drain cover is its failure to comply with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA). The VGBA was enacted to prevent suction entrapment hazards in public and residential pools and spas, a leading cause of serious injury and death, particularly among children.
- Immediate Dangers: A non-compliant drain cover poses an immediate and severe risk of suction entrapment. Swimmers, especially children, can have their hair, limbs, jewelry, or even their bodies trapped by the powerful suction of a faulty or non-compliant drain. This can lead to serious injuries such as evisceration, disembowelment, dismemberment, or even drowning, as the individual may be unable to break free from the suction.
- Long-Term Risks: Even if immediate entrapment doesn’t occur, the presence of a non-compliant drain cover creates a constant, unseen hazard in any pool or spa. The lack of proper certification and labeling means there’s no assurance that the product has undergone necessary safety testing to mitigate suction forces or withstand typical pool conditions over time.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone using a pool or spa fitted with this drain cover is at risk. Children are particularly vulnerable due to their smaller size, curiosity, and potential inability to understand or escape suction forces. Adults are also at risk of limb or body entrapment.
- Property Damage Potential: While the immediate risk is to human life, a poorly designed or improperly installed drain cover could potentially fail, leading to damage to the pool’s circulation system or structure, though this is secondary to the life-threatening entrapment hazard.
What Consumers Should Do
If you own an OeyUoc WG1048E-1P pool drain cover or any OeyUoc pool drain cover purchased recently, especially from Amazon.com, please take the following steps:
- Immediately Cease Use: If installed, do not use the pool or spa until the drain cover can be inspected and, if necessary, replaced with a compliant alternative.
- Identify the Product: Check your pool drain cover for the brand “OeyUoc” and the model number “WG1048E-1P.” Look for any certification marks or labeling indicating compliance with ANSI/APSP/ICC-16 or VGBA standards. A lack of such labeling is a strong indicator of non-compliance.
- Confirm Compliance: If you are unsure, consult a certified pool professional to inspect your drain cover and confirm it meets all federal and local safety standards.
- Report the Incident: If you believe you have a non-compliant product, report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov. This helps the CPSC gather more data and potentially initiate a recall.
- Contact the Retailer/Manufacturer: Contact Amazon.com and SHENZHEN YUANXINXIANG TRADING CO., LTD. dba OEYUOC to inquire about a refund or a compliant replacement.
- Replace with Certified Product: Ensure any replacement drain cover is clearly marked as compliant with the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA) and ANSI/APSP/ICC-16 standards.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.