Safety warning Serious risk 18 November 2024

Swim Float with Canopy sold via Amazon

Yes – there is an official safety warning for this
Photo of Swim Float with Canopy sold via Amazon
Photo: official notice
Affected
A blue float to aid children when swimming, with a canopy cover
The problem
The product presents a serious risk of injuries as if a baby is placed in the swim float with the canopy attached a gust of wind could catch under the canopy and lift the swim float off the water.
What to do
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards Official notice ↗

Product information

Type Childcare articles and children’s equipment – Swim Float with Canopy
Model FB1027PRO
Amazon product identifiers X00201V6EZ, FBA15J72KBQDU000011
Batch number K2301008
Country of Origin China
Product Description A blue float to aid children when swimming, with a canopy cover
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as if a baby is placed in the swim float with the canopy attached a gust of wind could catch under the canopy and lift the swim float off the water.

This can cause the baby to be dropped at height back to the ground, causing injuries.

This product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety
Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD notification: 2411-0038

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Can I get a refund?

In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.

Updated 18 November 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.

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