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Aqua-Leisure Industries Recalls Inflatable Baby Floats Due to Drowning Hazard

U.S. CPSCDrowningFallsSold on TargetJul 2, 2009
Baby & Me Combo
Baby & Me Combo
Deluxe Baby Boat
Deluxe Baby Boat
Deluxe Toddler Racer
Deluxe Toddler Racer
Cozy Crab Sunshade Float/Crabby Baby Boat
Cozy Crab Sunshade Float/Crabby Baby Boat
Silly Seahorse Sunshade Floatr
Silly Seahorse Sunshade Floatr
Playful Puppy Sunshade Float
Playful Puppy Sunshade Float

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

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.

Incidents & injuries

There have been 31 reports of float seats tearing, causing children to fall into or under the water. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

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.

Sold on

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.

Contact the company

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

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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