5 Million Above-Ground Pools Recalled Due to Drowning Risk – Check Yours Now
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled about 5 million above-ground pools made with compression straps. These straps wrap around the pool on the outside of the supporting poles, creating a potential foothold that may allow a child to access the pool and drown. Children can gain access to the pools by climbing on these straps, even when the ladder is removed.
Sadly, the CPSC reports that nine children between the ages of 22 months and 3 years old have drowned after using these straps to gain access to the pools. These incidents occurred in California, Texas, Florida, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Missouri between 2007 and 2022.
The pools affected by this recall are all above-ground pools that are 48 inches or taller and sold under the brand names Bestway, Coleman, Intex, and Polygon since 2002 at numerous retailers in the US and Canada. The pools that are included in this recall are listed below:
Bestway and Coleman Models (sold 2008 to 2024)
- Power Steel
- Steel Pro
- Coleman Power Steel
Intex Models (sold 2002 to 2012)
- Metal Frame Pools
- Ultra Frame Pools
Intex Models (sold 2024 to 2025)
- Prism Frame Pool
- Ultra XTR Frame Pool
Polygroup Models (sold 2006 to 2025)
- Summer Waves (2015-2025)
- Summer Escapes (2006-2015)
- Funsicle (2023-2025)
- Sand n Sun (2008-2011)
- Blue Wave (2014-2025)
The pool brand names and model numbers are printed on the pool liner on the outside of the pool. If you own one of the recalled pools, you should contact Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup immediately to receive a free repair kit.
- Bestway: 844-593-4003 | BWrecallsupport.expertinquiry.com
- Intex: 800-549-8829 | Intexcorp.com/recall
- Polygroup: 888-621-4137| Polygrouprecall.com
Until the repair is installed, drain the pool or make sure kids can’t access it unattended. You can also report any incidents involving injury or product defect to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov.
The CPSC’s website also has free educational materials regarding pool safety, including information on barriers, covers, alarms, and more.
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