Recalls / 2019-05-23

DICK'S Sporting Goods Recalls Ethos Pull-Up Assist Due To Laceration Hazard

19127 · Recalled 2019-05-23 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves the Ethos Pull-Up Assist equipment used for assistance during pull ups. The equipment consists of three red resistance bands which are connected with a nylon web band with a plastic clip and metal carabiner that are placed under the user's feet while performing a pull up. The word ETHOS appears in red on the black nylon web connector, and the style number ETHA200 and UPC number 889751549392 appear on the packaging.

Hazards

The plastic clip on the nylon web band that is attached to the resistance band with a carabiner can break, posing a laceration hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received seven reports of equipment breaking, resulting in six lacerations. One incident required the consumer to receive stiches, another required the consumer to receive staples.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Ethos Pull-Up Assist and return it to the nearest DICK's Sporting Goods store. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund and consumers without a receipt will receive a store credit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Ethos Pull-Up Assist		About 10,000

Parties

Importer: Impex Inc., of Pomona, Ca.
Made in: China
Sold at: DICK'S Sporting Goods, online at DicksSportingGoods.com

Consumer contact

DICK’S Sporting Goods toll-free at 877-846-9997 from 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at dicksportinggoods.com and click on “Recalls” on the bottom of the page for more information.

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Source: CPSC recall 19127. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.