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Otteroo Recalls Baby Floats Due to Drowning Risk from Deflations (Recall Alert)

Reported: July 1, 2015 Initiated: July 1, 2015 #15739

Product Description

The Otteroo Inflatable Baby Float is an inflatable round ring made of clear and blue plastic material. It has two air chambers that fasten around a baby's neck with a white buckle. The floats have a chin rest, two handles and two circular openings on the back of the ring to allow the device to expand as the child grows with age. There are three colorful balls that move freely around inside the ring. The name "Otteroo" is imprinted on the top of the float in large, orange letters with an Otter logo.

Reason for Recall

The seam on the flotation device can leak air and deflate, posing a risk of drowning.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled inflatable baby floats and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Otteroo Inflatable Baby Float is an inflatable round ring made of clear and blue plastic material. It has two air chambers that fasten around a baby's neck with a white buckle. The floats have a chin rest, two handles and two circular openings on the back of the ring to allow the device to expand as the child grows with age. There are three colorful balls that move freely around inside the ring. The name "Otteroo" is imprinted on the top of the float in large, orange letters with an Otter logo.. Recalled by Otteroo Corporation, of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The seam on the flotation device can leak air and deflate, posing a risk of drowning.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled inflatable baby floats and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 1, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15739.