CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
Resistance Stretch Tubing Recalled by EB Brands Due to Injury Hazard
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands for a free replacement product or a full refund.
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
Recall Details
Sold At
Sporting goods retailers from March 2010 through December 2010 for between $13 and $25.
Injuries
One report of an incident involving a bone injury.
Recall Number
11138
Product Information
Product Name
Resistance Stretch Tubing
Product Type
Exercise
Number of Units
About 29,700
Imported By
EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York
Manufactured In
China