CPSCFebruary 22, 2011

Resistance Stretch Tubing Recalled by EB Brands Due to

Resistance Stretch Tubing Recalled by EB Brands Due to Injury Hazard

Why was Resistance Stretch Tubing Recalled by EB Brands Due to 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands for a free replacement product or a full refund. Contact: 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

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
Resistance Stretch Tubing
Company
EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York
Quantity
About 29,700
Sold at
Sporting goods retailers from March 2010 through December 2010 for between $13 and $25.
Recall date
February 22, 2011
Incidents / injuries
One report of an incident involving a bone injury.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

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.

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