CPSC recall 13-217, announced June 18, 2013, covers BeBeLove Baby Bath Seats (about 5,600 units). The bath seats fail to meet federal safety standards, including the requirements for stability. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bath seats and contact BeBeLove for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 464-1218, or go to www.bebeloveusa.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
"Made in Taiwan" and "BBL" are engraved on the underside of the seat base and "BeBeLove" is printed on a sticker in the center of the back/arm support.
Which products are included?
This recall includes all BeBeLove E-Zee™ Bath Seats. The recalled products are plastic bath seats designed for children between 5 and 10 months old. They have a white base with suction cups on the bottom, a back/arm support, a detachable back support bar that folds under the seat for storage and a detachable T-bar front stabilizer that folds forward for entry. The back/arm support is gray, blue or pink. "Made in Taiwan" and "BBL" are engraved on the underside of the seat base and "BeBeLove" is printed on a sticker in the center of the back/arm support.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The bath seats fail to meet federal safety standards, including the requirements for stability. Specifically, the bath seats can tip over, posing a risk of drowning to babies.
Incidents and injuries
None have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bath seats and contact BeBeLove for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BeBeLove
- Recall number
- 13-217
- Units
- About 5,600
- Manufactured in
- Taiwan
- Sold at / sales period
- Amazon.com, Diapers.com, Overstock.com and other online retailers from May 2011 through November 2012 for between $19 and $30.
- Importer
- BeBeLove, of Pico Rivera, Calif.
Baby Bath Seats
CPSC product type: Bathtubs & Seats (Baby)
Recall contact information
BeBeLove, toll-free at (888) 464-1218, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.bebeloveusa.com and click on the Recall Contact tab at the top of the page for more information.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
