CPSC recall 09-261, announced July 2, 2009, covers Aqua-Leisure Industries Inflatable Baby Floats (about 4 Million units). 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. The notice cites 31 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. Recall contact: call (866) 807-3998, or go to www.aqualeisure.com.
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Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
There have been 31 reports of float seats tearing, causing children to fall into or under the water. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Manufacturer
- Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass.
- Recall number
- 09-261
- Units
- About 4 Million
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- 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.
Inflatable Baby Floats
CPSC product type: Baby Floats
Recall contact information
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
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