CPSC2006-02-16
CPSC, abc distributing, LLC. Announce Recall of Pilates Balls
abc distributing LLC., of North Miami, Fla.
Hazard
The plastic black clips at the end of the rubber tubing can come apart when in use. In addition, the grommet used to hold the black rubber tubing could separate from the nylon webbing. Consumers using the pilates balls could fall and be hit by pieces that separate.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these pilates balls and contact the firm to obtain instructions on how to receive free replacement handles. All consumers who purchased these pilates balls were notified directly about the recall.
Sold at
Catalog and online sales nationwide from August 2005 through September 2005 for about $9.
Affected count
About 8,300
Injuries reported
The firm has received one report of a minor injury.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Pilates Balls
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact abc distributing toll-free at (866) 736-3654 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by e-mail at ball.pilates@abcdistributing.com, or visit their Web site at www.abcdistributing.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-abc-distributing-LLC-Announce-Recall-of-Pilates-BallsDon't want to check this manually?
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