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CPSC, The First Years® Inc. Announce New Safety Instructions to Prevent Injuries for Combo Baby Tubs/Step Stools

Recall 03-085 · February 27, 2003 · The First Years

What to doConsumers should not use the bathtub until they receive revised instructions on the use of the tub to prevent the pinching hazard. Consumers should contact The First Years to receive free revised instructions and a warning label to attach to the product.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
03-085 (CPSC)
Recall date
February 27, 2003
Brand
The First Years
Category
Baby and nursery
Products
2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools
Units
120,000
Last updated by CPSC
May 21, 2025

What was recalled

These "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools," have model number 3141 written on the underside of the base. The product is a folding baby bathtub that can be used as a step stool for an older child. In the step stool position, the top of the turquoise lid has raised lettering stating "the first years" followed near the bottom of the lid with the two statements, "MAXIMUM LOAD/POIDS MAXIMUM: 200lbs/90kg" and "USE ONLY ON A LEVEL SURFACE. N'UTILISER QUE SUR UNE SURFACE PLANE." In the bathtub position, the seat back has a purple pad. The base and footrest are both white. Also, on the underside of the base is a tiny raised clock showing the year of manufacture of the product (i.e., "9?9") surrounded by the numbers of the clock. Only products bearing date codes 1999 and 2000 ("9?9" or "0?0") are included in this program.

Is my product affected?

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  • 2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools · 120,000 units

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Recalled "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stool"
Recalled "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stool"

Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Mass merchants nationwide sold these bathtub/stools, between January 1999 and February 2002, for about $17.; The First Years Inc., of Avon, Mass..

Injuries or incidents reported

CPSC and The First Years have received 20 reports of babies being pinched while using these tubs, including one bruising of a baby boy's genitalia and 10 reports of abrasions to toes and feet. This recall to replace the stools' instructions is being conducted to prevent further incidents.

Consumer contact

Consumers may contact The First Years at (800) 533-6708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's website at www.thefirstyears.com

Recall history and context

The First Years appears in 4 CPSC recalls on record. See all The First Years recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 238 recalls in the baby and nursery category, 59 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools (120,000 units). These "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools," have model number 3141 written on the underside of the base.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should not use the bathtub until they receive revised instructions on the use of the tub to prevent the pinching hazard. Consumers should contact The First Years to receive free revised instructions and a warning label to attach to the product.

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