CPSCFebruary 16, 2006

CPSC, abc distributing, LLC. Announce Recall of Pilates

CPSC, abc distributing, LLC. Announce Recall of Pilates Balls

Why was CPSC, abc distributing, LLC. Announce Recall of Pilates recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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: 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 [email protected], or visit their Web site at www.abcdistributing.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Pilates Balls
Company
abc distributing LLC., of North Miami, Fla.
Quantity
About 8,300
Sold at
Catalog and online sales nationwide from August 2005 through September 2005 for about $9.
Recall date
February 16, 2006
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received one report of a minor injury.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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