CPSC recall 20-005, announced October 4, 2019, covers Fit for Life SPRI Ultra Heavy Resistance Bands (about 95,000 units). The rubber resistance bands can separate from the handle and strike consumers, posing an injury hazard. The notice cites 10 incident reports. Consumers should stop using the recalled ultra-heavy resistance tubes immediately and contact Fit for Life for a refund in the form of an SPRI.com store credit for the amount equal to the purchase price or a free replacement resistance band. Recall contact: call 800-222-7774, go to www.Spri.com, or email help@spri.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.
Model number 02-71669 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Which products are included?
This recall involves SPRI ultra heavy resistance tubes or bands used for exercising. They are black with nylon webbing and have SPRI printed on the handles in white. Some units have KN08/18, KN09/18 or KN10/18 printed on the handle. Model number 02-71669 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The rubber resistance bands can separate from the handle and strike consumers, posing an injury hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Fit for Life has received 10 reports of incidents. In six of the incidents, consumers received contusions, abrasions and lacerations.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled ultra-heavy resistance tubes immediately and contact Fit for Life for a refund in the form of an SPRI.com store credit for the amount equal to the purchase price or a free replacement resistance band.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Fit for Life
- Product type
- Exercise equipment
- Recall number
- 20-005
- Units
- About 95,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com from August 2018 through July 2019 for about $10.
- Importer
- Fit for Life LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Recall contact information
Fit for Life at 800-222-7774 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, e-mail help@spri.com or online at www.Spri.com and click on Recall located at the top of the page for more information.
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