More Than 5 Million Swimming Pools Recalled

The recall was placed after reports of nine children who have died due to drowning in the pools.

More than 5.2 million above ground swimming pools sold nationwide are being recalled.

The recall covers a range of Bestway, Intex Recreation, and Polygroup pools that were sold by major retailers as far back as 2002.

All of the pools being recalled are 48-inches or taller. Consumers could have purchased them at Walmart, Target, Lowe’s, Amazon, and Costco.

Children reportedly use compression straps as a foothold to climb into the pool. That could lead to unattended swimmers, posing a serious drowning risk.

The recall was placed after reports of nine children who have died due to drowning in the pools.

Customers will receive a free repair kit and children should not access the pool without supervision until the repair is made.