Otteroo Inflatable Baby Floats recalled over drowning hazard

Recall date

July 1, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

15739

Sold / distributed

Otteroo.com and Amazon.com and Zulily.com from January 2014 through July 2014 for about $35.

Why it was recalled

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

What 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.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled inflatable baby floats and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.