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CPSC recall · Reported July 6, 2005

CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Issue Alert on Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats

The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In these types of tubs, the bath seat can break, tip over and a child can f…

Recall #
05219
Affected scope
About 250,000
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Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind. recalled These Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats have model number 44301 engraved on the bottom of the… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group Issue Alert on Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats was recalled by Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind. in July 6, 2005. Reason: The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In th…. Remedy: Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they …. Verify recall #05219 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In th….

Moderate
severity level
July 6, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05219 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05219) was formally reported on July 6, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 250,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In these types of tubs, the bath seat can break, tip over and a child can fall into the water. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they have a non-traditional or sunken bathtub outside the specified dimensions, or have a broken unit, consumers sh… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 250,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

These Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats have model number 44301 engraved on the bottom of the base. "Safety 1st" is printed on the front of the units. They are white and blue, have a swivel seat and an elbow cushion on the attachment arm. These seats are intended for use with children from 5 months to 10 months of age.

Reason for recall

The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In these types of tubs, the bath seat can break, tip over and a child can fall into the water.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they have a non-traditional or sunken bathtub outside the specified dimensions, or have a broken unit, consumers should immediately stop using the Tubside Bath Seat and contact the firm for information on how to get a $20 rebate toward the purchase of any other Dorel Juvenile Group product. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05219
Date reported July 6, 2005
Date initiated July 6, 2005
Recalling firm Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind.
Affected scope About 250,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they have a non-traditional or sunken bathtub…

  • Check the recall number (05219) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats have model number 44301 engraved on the bottom of the base. "Safety 1st" is printed on the front of the units. They are white and blue, have a swivel seat and an elbow cushion on the attachment arm. These seats are intended for use with children from 5 months to 10 months of age.. Recalled by Dorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind.. Units affected: About 250,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The bath seats are not intended and should not be used with certain non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. In these types of tubs, the bath seat can break, tip over and a child can fall into the water.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they have a non-traditional or sunken bathtub outside the specified dimensions, or have a broken unit, consumers should immediately stop using the Tubside Bath Seat and contact the firm for information on how to get a $20 rebate toward the purchase of any other Dorel Juvenile Group product. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 6, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05219.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05219) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported July 6, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.