CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
CPSC, abc distributing, LLC. Announce Recall of Pilates Balls
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.
Required Consumer Action
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.
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
Recall Details
Sold At
Catalog and online sales nationwide from August 2005 through September 2005 for about $9.
Injuries
The firm has received one report of a minor injury.
Recall Number
06529
Product Information
Product Name
Pilates Balls
Product Type
Exercise Machines/Equipment
Number of Units
About 8,300
Distributed By
abc distributing LLC., of North Miami, Fla.
Manufactured In
China