CPSC recall · Reported March 12, 2014
Fitbit Recalls Force Activity-Tracking Wristband Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
Users can develop allergic reactions to the stainless steel casing, materials used in the strap, or adhesives used to assemble the product, resulting in redness, rashes or blister…
Flextronics Sales & Marketing Ap Ltd., of Port Louis, Mauritius recalled This recall involves Fitbit Force™ wireless activity-tracking wristbands with model numbe….
Fitbit Recalls Force Activity-Tracking Wristband Due to Risk of Skin Irritation was recalled by Flextronics Sales & Marketing Ap Ltd., of Port Louis, Mauritius in March 12, 2014. Reason: Users can develop allergic reactions to the stainless steel casing, materials used in the strap, or adhesives…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Fitbit for a full refund.. Verify recall #14129 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Flextronics Sales & Marketing Ap Ltd., of Port Louis, Mauritius issued this CPSC recall-Users can develop allergic reactions to the stainless steel casing, materials used in the strap, or adhesives….
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- agency class
- March 12, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14129 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.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
This recall involves Fitbit Force™ wireless activity-tracking wristbands with model numbers FB402BK, FB402BKS, FB402SL and FB402SLS. The wristband operates as a pedometer, sleep monitor and watch. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing and clasp and a small LED display screen. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and a control button is on one side of the band. The wristband is about 3/4 inch wide and comes in large and small sizes and in the colors black or slate. The model number is on the back of the recalled wristband below the charging port.
Reason for recall
Users can develop allergic reactions to the stainless steel casing, materials used in the strap, or adhesives used to assemble the product, resulting in redness, rashes or blistering where the skin has been in contact with the tracker.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact Fitbit for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 14129 |
| Date reported | March 12, 2014 |
| Date initiated | March 12, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Flextronics Sales & Marketing Ap Ltd., of Port Louis, Mauritius |
| Affected scope | About 1,000,000 in the U.S. and about 28,000 in Canada |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
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 contact Fitbit for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (14129) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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