CPSC2009-07-02
Aqua-Leisure Industries Recalls Inflatable Baby Floats Due to Drowning Hazard
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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.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund.
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.
Affected count
About 4 Million
Injuries reported
There have been 31 reports of float seats tearing, causing children to fall into or under the water. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Inflatable Baby Floats
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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Aqua-Leisure-Industries-Recalls-Inflatable-Baby-Floats-Due-to-Drowning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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