The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11138·Announced 2011-02-22

EB Brands Recalls Resistance Stretch Tubing Due to Injury Hazard

EB Brands is recalling approximately 29,700 units of resistance stretch tubing because the handles can break or detach, posing an injury risk to users.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where a specific injury (bone injury) has been reported, but no fatalities or serious injuries requiring hospitalization are explicitly detailed in the source text.

Plain-English summary

EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York, is recalling approximately 29,700 units of Resistance Stretch Tubing. The recall includes Everlast Resistance Stretch Tubing, Everlast Pilates Stretch Tubing, Sportline Resistance Stretch Tubing, and Pineapple Pilates Stretch Tubing. These products are used for exercise and stretching and come in yellow, blue, or black with black handles. The words "2404", "2001 EB Sport Group", and "Made in China" are molded on the handles.

The recall is being issued because the handle on the tubing can break or detach while in use. This failure can cause the tubing or handle to strike the user, posing an injury hazard. EB Brands has received one report of an incident involving a bone injury.

The recalled tubing was sold at sporting goods retailers from March 2010 through December 2010 for between $13 and $25. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EB Brands at (800) 624-5671 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ebbrands.com for a free replacement product or a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Resistance Stretch Tubing
Affected units
29,700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · EB Brands, of Yonkers, New York

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