The Blue Wave brand 48-inch and taller above-ground pools was recalled in 2025 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over 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.. If you own this product, you may be entitled to a free repair, replacement, or refund — here's exactly what to do.
What was recalled
- Blue Wave brand 48-inch and taller above-ground pools — Units: About 13,400
This recall involves all Blue Wave brand above-ground pools 48 inches and taller. Model information is printed on the original box and on the instruction manual and the Blue Wave logo is printed on the liner on the outside of the pool. Blue Wave pool models subject to this recall include: Model Description UPC Code NB19790 Blue Wave 15-Ft Rd 48-In Active Frame Pool 672875005895 NB19791 Blue Wave 18-Ft Rd 52-In Active Frame Pool 672875005925 NB19797 Blue Wave 18-Ft Rd 52-In Dark Cocoa Wicker Frame Pool 672875006106 NB19798 Blue Wave 24-Ft Rd 52-In Dark Cocoa Wicker Frame Pool 672875006137 NB19890 Blue Wave Rustic Cedar 15-Ft Round 48-In Deep Frame Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875004874 NB19891 Blue Wave Rustic Cedar 18-Ft Round 52-In Deep Frame Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875004881 NB19900 Blue Wave 18-Ft Round 52-In Gray Rattan Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875009565 NB19902 Blue Wave 18-Ft Round 52-In Espresso Wicker Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875009589 NB19904 Blue Wave 15-Ft Round 48-In Navy Blue Frame Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875009916 NB19905 Blue Wave 18-Ft Round 52-In Navy Blue Frame Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875009923 NB19906 Blue Wave 15-Ft Round 48-In Aspen Swimming Pool Package W/Cover 672875009930 NB19907 Blue Wave Mocha Wicker 18-Ft Round 52-In Deep Swimming Pool Package With Cover 672875009954 NB19908 Blue Wave Mocha Wicker 24-Ft Round 52-In Deep Swimming Pool Package With Cover 672875009961 NB19909 Blue Wave Laguna 15-Ft Round 48-In Deep Swimming Pool Package With Cover 672875009978 NB19910 Blue Wave Laguna 18-Ft Round 52-In Deep Swimming Pool Package With Cover 672875009985 The 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.
The hazard
The CPSC flagged the following risk:
- 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 if you own this product
The recall remedy:
- Consumers should contact Blue Wave 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.
Consumer contact: Blue Wave toll-free at (800) 603-0475 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at recall@bluewaveproducts.com or online at www.bluewaveproducts.com/pages/recall or go to www.bluewaveproducts.com and click on "Product Recalls" at the top of the page for more information.
Official CPSC recall notice: Read the full recall on CPSC.gov.
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How do I know if my Blue Wave brand 48-inch and taller above-ground pools is part of the recall?
Check the model number and purchase date against the affected units listed above, and confirm on the official CPSC notice. If it matches, you're covered by the remedy.
Does a recall mean a free replacement?
Often yes. Recall remedies are typically a free repair, replacement, or refund — you generally don't pay, even if the product is out of warranty. Recall rights are separate from the manufacturer's warranty.
What if I already got rid of the receipt?
Many recall remedies still work with a photo of the product, the model/serial number, or a card statement. Here's how to prove a purchase without the original receipt.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CoverKeep is not affiliated with the CPSC or any manufacturer. Always confirm details on the official recall notice.