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Tip-overJuly 17, 2013CPSC #13240

Thermobaby Bath Seats Recalled by SCS Direct Due to Drowning Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com

Brand
Unknown
Product
Bathtubs & Seats (Baby)
Units affected
7,500
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

The recall includes Aquababy Bath Ring seats in pink or blue designed for children five months to ten months old. The seat is made of white plastic with blue, pink or green trimming and has four suction cups on the bottom. An oval-shaped arm rail runs from the seat back and connects two side posts and the seat front post. There are three spinning toys on the front of the seat rail above the front post. "Thermobaby Z.I. De Kerbois," "Aquababy" and "Ref. 1953 Made in France" is engraved underneath the bath seat.

Hazard

The bath seats fail to meet federal safety standards, including the requirement for stability. Specifically, the bath seats can tip over, posing a risk of drowning to babies.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

France

Where it was sold

  • Amazon.com from June 2012 through January 2013 for about $35.

Photos

Thermobaby Aquababy Bath Ring Seat
View official CPSC recall

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