Sunneday and Blue Bay brand 48-inch and taller above-ground pools
CPSC Recall #26-227 — January 29, 2026
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 26-227 |
| Recall Date | January 29, 2026 |
| Remedy Type | Repair |
| Units Affected | About 2,390 |
| Manufacturer | Starmatrix Group Inc., of China |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| Amazon.com and www.sunneday.com from January 2024 through October 2025 for between $500 and $1 |
| 210 depending on the size and model of the pool and accessories purchased. |
Product
Sunneday and Blue Bay brand 48-inch and taller above-ground pools
Description
This recall involves all Sunneday and Blue Bay brand above-ground pools 48 inches and taller. Model information and the Sunneday or Blue Bay logo are printed on the liner on the outside of the pool. Pool models subject to this recall include:ModelDescriptionUPC Code70018Sunneday Oasis Cottage 18’x52”85002285852970024Sunneday Oasis Cottage 24’x52”850022858536358015WBlue Bay Softsided Pool 15’x48”191127003583359015GBlue Bay Softsided Pool 15’x48”191127003590360018WBlue Bay Softsided Pool 18’x52”191127003606361018GBlue Bay Softsided Pool 18’x52”191127003613380018TBlue Bay Softsided Pool 18’x52”191127003804The recalled above-ground pools contain a compression strap (also referred to as a reinforcing belt) that wraps around the pool on the outside of the vertical support poles, and may create a foothold, allowing a child to access the pool and drown.Children can still gain access to the pools using these footholds even if the ladder is removed.CPSC’s website www.PoolSafely.gov has free, downloadable educational materials available to the public on pool safety including information on barriers, covers, alarms and other safety information.
Hazard
The compression strap that surrounds the outside of the pool legs may create a foothold, allowing a child access to the pool, posing a drowning risk.
Incidents & Injuries
None reported
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should contact Starmatrix to request a free repair kit. In the interim, consumers should ensure that children cannot access the pool unattended or, alternatively, drain the pool until the repair can be installed.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Repair at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Repair) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.