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CPSC recall · Reported January 10, 2006

LTD Commodities and The Lakeside Collection Recall of Pilates Balls

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 web…

Recall #
06523
Affected scope
About 34,600
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LTD Commodities, of Bannockburn, Ill. recalled The inflatable pilates balls are blue with black handles. They are about 26 inches in dia….

LTD Commodities and The Lakeside Collection Recall of Pilates Balls was recalled by LTD Commodities, of Bannockburn, Ill. in January 10, 2006. Reason: The plastic black clips at the end of the rubber tubing can come apart when in use. In addition, the grommet …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these pilates balls and contact the firm to obtai…. Verify recall #06523 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

LTD Commodities, of Bannockburn, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The plastic black clips at the end of the rubber tubing can come apart when in use. In addition, the grommet ….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06523 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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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.

Reason for recall

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.

Remedy, what to do

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.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 06523
Date reported January 10, 2006
Date initiated January 10, 2006
Recalling firm LTD Commodities, of Bannockburn, Ill.
Affected scope About 34,600
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using these pilates balls and contact the firm to obtain instructions on how to receive free re…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by LTD Commodities, of Bannockburn, Ill.. Units affected: About 34,600.
Why was this product 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 consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 10, 2006. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 06523.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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