CPSC recall 09-196, announced April 16, 2009, covers EB Brands Bally Total Fitness, Everlast, Valeo and Body Fit Fitness Ball (about 3 million units). An overinflated fitness ball can unexpectedly burst while in use, causing the user to fall to the floor. The notice cites 47 incident reports. Consumers should contact EB Brands to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely inflate the ball. Recall contact: call (800) 624-5671, or go to www.ebbrands.com.
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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?
This recall involves rubber fitness balls sold in 55-, 65- and 75-cm diameter sizes. The fitness balls were sold with a pump and inflation instructions. The fitness balls were sold in various colors with the Bally Total Fitness, Everlast or Valeo logo printed on the ball.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
An overinflated fitness ball can unexpectedly burst while in use, causing the user to fall to the floor.
Incidents and injuries
EB Brands has received 47 reports of fitness balls unexpectedly bursting, including reports of a fracture, and multiple bruises.
Official remedy
Consumers should contact EB Brands to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely inflate the ball.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- EB Brands
- Manufacturer
- EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 09-196
- Units
- About 3 million
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Department stores and fitness retailers nationwide from May 2000 to February 2009 for between $15 and $30.
Bally Total Fitness, Everlast, Valeo and Body Fit Fitness Ball
CPSC product type: Exercise Machines/Equipment
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact EB Brands at (800) 624-5671 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ebbrands.com
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