Aqua-Leisure baby water floaters recalled by CPSC due to tear and drowning hazards

July 3, 11:38 PMOmaha Stay-at-Home Moms ExaminerSara Haley

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.

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.

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. For a complete list of the model numbers recalled, visit www.aqualeisure.com's website.

Sold At: 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.

For more product recalls related to children, visit the Stay-at-Home Moms Product Recall page!

(Image from CPSC website)