Millions of Above-Ground Pools Recalled in Illinois

With the Summer 2025 season coming to an end, many of you will have already bought your pools. If it’s an above-ground pool, be careful. This recall is nationwide. According to the CSPC, they were sold at Walmart, Target, Sears, Lowe’s, Kmart, Toys “R” Us, Sam’s Club, The Home Depot, Big Lots, Costco, and BJ’s.

As of now, multiple deaths have been reported. This recall is linked to a tragic situation following those fatalities. It’s not an easy topic to discuss, but it’s an important one to be aware of.

Cheapism went on to state: Five Million Above-Ground Pools Recalled After Nine Children Drowned. This is a shocking headline that is sadly tue. Cheapism also went on to state,

On certain pool models, the strap can inadvertently create a foothold for young children to climb onto, allowing them to access the pool without any ladder, and potentially without adult supervision.

The Recalled Pools In Illinois

These are the reaclled pool brands. Sources reported the following.

A total of 5 million pools are part of the recall. They are all above-ground pools that are 48 inches or taller with compression straps. They were sold under four different brand names.

Bestway and Coleman (sold 2008-2024)

Power Steel
Steel Pro
Coleman Power Steel
Intex (sold 2002-2012)

Metal Frame Pools
Ultra Frame Pools
Intex (sold 2024-2025)

Prism Frame Pool
Ultra XTR Frame Pool
Polygroup

Summer Waves (sold 2015-2025)
Summer Escapes (sold 2006-2015)
Funsicle (sold 2023-2025)
Sand n Sun (sold 2008-2011)
Blue Wave (sold 2014-2025)

The manufacturer offers a repair kit that lets you safely remove the compression strap after tying a rope to the support poles at ground level. You can see more here. Stay safe everyone and have a great summer.