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CPSC, Aqua-Leisure Industries Inc. Remind Consumers about Recall of Inflatable Baby Floats

Reported: May 21, 2002 Initiated: May 21, 2002 #02166

Product Description

The recalled floats are packaged as "SunSmart" Baby Adjustable Sunshade Boats. The baby floats are blue and white circular tubes with a seat in the middle, and a detachable protective sunshade. The vinyl floats, intended for ages 6 months to 18 months, have pictures of purple crabs and various colored fish along the top. The word, "SunSmart" is printed across the front of the float. The recalled boats can be identified by the lettering "C/S" molded on the valve. Only floats with the "C/S" lettering are involved in the recall, subsequent floats have been corrected. Baby floats purchased after September 2001 are not involved in this recall. The baby float recall was originally announced on November 28, 2001.

Reason for Recall

The leg holes in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into the water and, possibly, drown.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these recalled floats immediately and contact Aqua-Leisure for a free replacement.

Details

Units Affected
About 98,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-Aqua-Leisure-Industries-Inc-Remind-Consumers-about-Recall-of-Inflatable-Baby-Floats-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled floats are packaged as "SunSmart" Baby Adjustable Sunshade Boats. The baby floats are blue and white circular tubes with a seat in the middle, and a detachable protective sunshade. The vinyl floats, intended for ages 6 months to 18 months, have pictures of purple crabs and various colored fish along the top. The word, "SunSmart" is printed across the front of the float. The recalled boats can be identified by the lettering "C/S" molded on the valve. Only floats with the "C/S" lettering are involved in the recall, subsequent floats have been corrected. Baby floats purchased after September 2001 are not involved in this recall. The baby float recall was originally announced on November 28, 2001.. Units affected: About 98,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The leg holes in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into the water and, possibly, drown.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using these recalled floats immediately and contact Aqua-Leisure for a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 21, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02166.

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