Bestway Above-Ground Pools Subject to Class Action Settlement

A class action settlement has been approved by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois concerning Bestway above-ground pools. The settlement addresses claims related to specific pools manufactured since 2008 that are 48 inches or taller and feature straps extending outward from the vertical legs.

The lawsuit, filed by a consumer, alleged that certain Bestway pools suffered from deficient structural integrity and support. Allegations included claims that the pool walls could bow inward or otherwise fail due to their supporting structures. The settlement covers above-ground pools purchased in the United States between January 1, 2008, and July 27, 2023, with a minimum height of 48 inches and the outward-extending straps.

Under the terms of the settlement, Bestway will provide compensation to eligible class members. Specific compensation amounts have not yet been detailed and will depend on the number and validity of claims submitted. The company denies all allegations and any wrongdoing.

Eligible class members can file a claim through the settlement administrator's website or by mail before a specified deadline. Proof of purchase may be required. Further details and claim instructions are available on the settlement administrator's website or in court documents.