CPSC recall 11-138, announced February 22, 2011, covers EB Brands Resistance Stretch Tubing (about 29,700 units). The handle on the tubing, also called bands, can break or detach while in use, causing the tubing or handle to strike the user and posing an injury hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands for a free replacement product or a full refund. 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 Everlast Resistance Stretch Tubing, Everlast Pilates Stretch Tubing, Sportline Resistance Stretch Tubing and Pineapple Pilates Stretch Tubing, used for exercise and stretching. The tubing comes in yellow, blue or black with black handles. The words "2404", "2001 EB Sport Group" and "Made in China" are molded on the handles. A list of affected lot numbers is available on the firm's website.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The handle on the tubing, also called bands, can break or detach while in use, causing the tubing or handle to strike the user and posing an injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
One report of an incident involving a bone injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands for a free replacement product or a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- EB Brands
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 11-138
- Units
- About 29,700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Sporting goods retailers from March 2010 through December 2010 for between $13 and $25.
- Importer
- EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York
Resistance Stretch Tubing
CPSC product type: Exercise
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 website at www.ebbrands.com
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