Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Ta Recall 2025
Issued July 21, 2025
Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 — recalled per CPSC on 7/21/2025. Reason: 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..
What to do right now
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Stop using it
Take it out of rotation. Don't consume, wear, or operate.
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Verify the match
Compare lot numbers, UPCs, and dates against your product.
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Return or dispose
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to refund or safely dispose.
Verified source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Summary of the official CPSC notice issued July 21, 2025. Last synced Apr 27, 2026. View on cpsc.gov
What's recalled
The pool brand names and model numbers are printed on the pool liner on the outside of the pool. Pool models of 48 inches and taller that are included in this recall are listed below: Bestway and Coleman Models Sold 2008 to 2024 Power Steel Steel Pro Coleman Power Steel Intex Models Sold 2002 to 2012 Metal Frame Pools Ultra Frame Pools Intex Models (Sold only at Intexcorp.com and Walmart, 2024 to 2025) (266 pools) Prism Frame Pool Ultra XTR Frame Pool Polygroup Models Sold 2006 to 2025 Summer Waves (2015-2025) Summer Escapes (2006-2015) Funsicle (2023-2025) Sand n Sun (2008-2011) Blue Wave (2014-2025)
Why it was recalled
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.
Where was it sold1 state
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 recall still active?
Yes, this recall is currently active as of July 21, 2025. Do not use or consume the affected product.
How do I know if my Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 is affected?
All units of Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002 matching the description above are affected.
What should I do if I have the recalled Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Recall Certain Above-Ground Pools 48 Inches and Taller Due to Drowning Hazard; Nine Deaths Reported; Five Million Pools Sold Since 2002?
Do not consume or use this product. Return it to the store for a full refund, or dispose of it safely.