CPSC recall 06-529, announced February 16, 2006, covers abc distributing Pilates Balls (about 8,300 units). The plastic black clips at the end of the rubber tubing can come apart when in use. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using these pilates balls and contact the firm to obtain instructions on how to receive free replacement handles. Recall contact: call (866) 736-3654, go to www.abcdistributing.com, or email ball.pilates@abcdistributing.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
The inflatable pilates balls are blue with black handles. They are about 26 inches in diameter when inflated. They are sold with a blue air pump.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received one report of a minor injury.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- abc distributing
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 06-529
- Units
- About 8,300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Catalog and online sales nationwide from August 2005 through September 2005 for about $9.
- Distributor
- abc distributing LLC., of North Miami, Fla.
Pilates Balls
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
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
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