CPSC Recall in 2018: Confer Plastics Recalls Pool Step Systems Due to Entrapment and Drowning Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-198

Date: August 21, 2018

Product Name: Curve in-pool step systems

Recall Description:

This recall involves three models of in-pool step systems with curved steps for in-ground and aboveground pools. The steps and handrails are made of gray and beige plastic.  The manufacturing/date code is located on the side walls of each step. ModelProduct DescriptionManufacturing/Date Code Range#CCX-AGConfer Curve base (staircase) 4-step for aboveground poolAll 2013-2018#CCX-IGConfer Curve base (staircase) 3-step for in-ground poolAll 2013-2018#CCX-ADDCurve add-on unit for either in-ground or aboveground stairsAll 2013-2018

Hazard Description:

Children’s limbs can become entrapped in the side openings of the step systems, posing a drowning hazard. 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 100,000 (In addition, about 2,100 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

Confer Plastics has received two reports of children’s arms becoming entrapped in the side panel openings of the step systems, including reports of minor abrasions. No drownings have been reported.

Sold At:

Champion Pool Distributors, Cinderella, EMSCO Distributors, Leisure Living, Leslie's, Superior Pool Products, Water Warehouse stores and other stores nationwide and online at www.conferplastics.com from January 2013 through July 2018 for between $200 and $400.

Manufactured In:

U.S.