Aqua-Leisure Industries Recalls Inflatable Baby Floats Due to Drowning Hazard
CPSC recall 09261 · announced July 2, 2009 · Aqua-leisure Industries · 4 units affected
The product
The recalled inflatable baby floats were sold in a variety of styles and colors. The names and model numbers are located on the packaging. A date between 08/02 and 07/08 is molded on the valves of recalled products. Products not included in the recall can be identified with the lettering "NP" molded on the valve.
The hazard
The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): There have been 31 reports of float seats tearing, causing children to fall into or under the water. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Juvenile product and mass merchandise retailers nationwide, including Target, Toys "R" Us, Wal-Mart, Dollar General, Kmart, Walgreens, Ace Hardware, and Bed, Bath & Beyond from December 2002 through June 2009 for between $8 and $15.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Aqua-Leisure toll-free at (866) 807-3998 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.aqualeisure.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.