Surf Club™ Arm Bands

CPSC Recall #05-257 — September 1, 2005

Recall #05-257 Date: September 1, 2005 Remedy: Dispose, No Remedy Available

Product

Surf Club™ Arm Bands

Description

The recalled plastic inflatable arm band pool floats are bright orange on the outside and white on the inside with an inflation valve on each side. They are imprinted with a "Surf Club" logo, "CVS/pharmacy," and "Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." When inflated, the arm bands measure about 8-inches long by 6-inches wide.

Hazard

The seams of the inflatable arm bands can tear, causing them to deflate. This poses a drowning hazard to young children.

Incidents / Injuries

Atico International has received two reports of the seams of inflatable arm bands tearing during use. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Remedy

The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.

Units Affected

About 480,000 pairs

Sold At

CVS stores nationwide from April 2003 through August 2005 for about $1.

Importer

CVS Pharmacy, Inc., of Woonsocket, R.I.

Manufactured In

China