Blue Wave recalls over 13,000 above-ground pools due to drowning risk

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Blue Wave recalled 13,400 above-ground pools because they may pose a drowning hazard (Photo courtesy of the Consumer Product Safety Commission)

A recall was issued for 13,400 above-ground pools that may pose a drowning hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stated in a Dec. 18 recall notice. 

Blue Wave recalled the pools because they contain a compression strap that wraps around the pool on the outside of the vertical support poles, and CPSC officials explain that this may create a foothold, allowing children to access the pool and drown. The CPSC added that children can still access the pools using these footholds even if the ladder is removed.

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Blue Wave pools recalled

Why you should care:

The recall covers Blue Wave brand above-ground pools 48 inches and taller. Some of the recalled pool models are listed below: 

• Blue Wave 15-Ft Rd 48-In Active Frame Pool
• Blue Wave 18-Ft Rd 52-In Active Frame Pool
• Blue Wave 18-Ft Rd 52-In Dark Cocoa Wicker Frame Pool
• Blue Wave 24-Ft Rd 52-In Dark Cocoa Wicker Frame Pool
• Blue Wave Rustic Cedar 15-Ft Round 48-In Deep Frame Swimming Pool Package W/Cover

To see the complete list of pools, click here.

Can the recalled pool be repaired?

What you can do:

Owners of the recalled pools should contact Blue Wave to request a free repair kit. In the meantime, consumers should make sure that children can’t access the pool unattended or drain the pool until the repair is made.

Consumers seeking more information about the recall call Blue Wave at (800) 603-0475 or email the company at recall@bluewaveproducts.com. You can also visit their websites at www.bluewaveproducts.com/pages/recall or www.bluewaveproducts.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.