CPSC2013-01-22
Implus Footcare Recalls Perfect Fitness Resistance Bands Due To Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at WalMart
Dalps & Leisure Products Supply Corp, No. 5, of China
Hazard
The bands can detach from the mesh cloth loops posing an injury hazard to the user and those in the vicinity.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Implus Footcare for a refund or replacement product.
Sold at
WalMart, and online at www.perfectonline.com for about $13 to $17.
Affected count
75600
Injuries reported
Twelve incidents were reported, 11 to the firm and one to CPSC, including injuries to the back, hand and eye. None of the injuries was serious and one required medical attention.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Perfect Resistance Bands
Consumer contact
Implus Footcare at (800) 446-7587 select option 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@4implus.com, or online at www.perfectonline.com/recalls.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Implus-Footcare-Recalls-Perfect-Fitness-Resistance-Bands-Due-To-Injury-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-WalMartDon't want to check this manually?
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