Otteroo Recalls Baby Floats Due to Drowning Risk from Deflations (Recall Alert)
What's being recalled
Otteroo Inflatable Baby Floats
Units: About 3,000
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.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The seam on the flotation device can leak air and deflate, posing a risk of drowning.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
The firm has received 54 reports of broken seams on the product. No injuries have been reported.
What CPSC says to do
Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled inflatable baby floats and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
How to contact the company
Otteroo Corp. collect (415) 236-5388 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online www.otteroo.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 15739, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.