Nationwide Industries Recalls Trident Pool Gate Latches Due To Failure to Secure Hazardous Areas
Recall 14085 · Jan 22, 2014 · Nationwide Industries
2,500
units affected
2,500
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 14085
- Date
- Jan 22, 2014
- Company
- Nationwide Industries
- Units affected
- 2,500
- Product
- Nationwide Industries Trident Pool Gate Latches
- Product type
- Swimming Pool Equipment
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Other or not stated
The product
The recalled magnetic gate latches are 10" or 20" models in black or white. They are marked with the "Trident" name and image on the face of the latch body below the key hole. The latch body, which is typically attached to a fence post, contains a knob and a key cylinder on the uppermost portion and a recessed area on the bottom portion designed to engage and retain the striker. The striker, which contains the magnet, is typically attached to the active gate portion of a fence gate assembly, and moves with the gate as it is opened and closed. The Trident Latches are frequently used to secure gates for pools.
What can happen
The magnet contained in the striker portion of the latch assembly can come loose, preventing the latch from securing a gate.
The fix
Consumers should contact Nationwide Industries for a replacement striker kit that can be installed with a Phillips head screwdriver.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No injuries were reported.
- Sold at
- The product was sold nationwide from February to October of 2013 to professional fence contractors, dealers and gate manufacturers for between $50 to $60.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled nationwide industries trident pool gate latches?
Consumers should contact Nationwide Industries for a replacement striker kit that can be installed with a Phillips head screwdriver.
What is the hazard?
The magnet contained in the striker portion of the latch assembly can come loose, preventing the latch from securing a gate.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.