CPSC2011-09-08
Target Recalls to Repair Embark Resistance Cords Due to Injury Hazard
Target Corporation, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Hazard
A black plastic ball attached to the resistance cord's door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the resistance cords and remove the door anchor strap before resuming use or contact the company to receive instructions to repair the cords to eliminate the hazard.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide and Target.com from July 2009 through August 2011 for between $10 and $20.
Affected count
About 447,000
Injuries reported
Target has received three reports of incidents in which consumers were struck in the eye by the door anchor ball. Two incidents resulted in permanent vision loss, and the severity of the injury in the third incident is unknown.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
New Instructions
Products
Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Target Guest Relations at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.target.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Target-Recalls-to-Repair-Embark-Resistance-Cords-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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