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SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float safety warning over a drowning risk
Product Safety Report for SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float presenting a risk of drowning.
Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- BO1027
What to do now
SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float could fail in water.
- Do not use it for swimming or bathing.
- Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
- The marketplace has removed the listing. Contact the seller through your order history to ask for a refund.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
Getting your money back
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme.
Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2512-0115). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float presenting a risk of drowning.
The risk
The product presents a high risk of drowning as it does not meet the colour requirements of BS 13138-3. The predominant colour of the product is light blue, which means it would be difficult to see the child if they were underwater. Additionally, the product has the design and appearance of an aquatic toy which is not permitted as it increases the likelihood of the product being used incorrectly.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations (2005).
Action taken
TikTok have contacted consumers to warn them of the risks. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.
Advice to consumers
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (TikTok).
TikTok have contacted consumers who have purchased the product to warn them of the risks.
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2512-0115
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Baby inflatable swim float with harness.
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Questions
Why has SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float been reported?
SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float could fail in water. Drowning is fast and silent. Bath seats, inflatables and swim aids can give a false sense of security.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the model on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Do not use it for swimming or bathing. Never leave a child alone in or near water, even for a moment.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Sellers on online marketplaces do not always run recalls themselves, so you may need to ask for your money back. The platform’s help pages explain its buyer protection scheme. Citizens Advice (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) and Consumerline (0300 123 6262) give free advice if you get stuck.
Where was SwimBoBo Soft Baby Swimming Float sold?
The notice names Amazon, TikTok Shop. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
