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Re-activateThe manufacturer has recalled 3 million fitness balls sold under the Bally Total Fitness, Everlast, Valeo and Body Fit brands because the balls can burst unexpectedly and cause the user to fall. EB Brands has received 47 reports of fitness balls unexpectedly bursting, including reports of a fracture, and multiple bruises. The hazard occurs when the balls are overinflated, according to the recall notice from the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
This recall involves rubber fitness balls sold in 55-, 65- and 75-cm diameter sizes with a pump and inflation instructions. The balls came in various colors and carried the Bally Total Fitness, Everlast or Valeo logo. Advertised as "burst-resistant," they were sold at department stores and fitness retailers nationwide from May 2000 to February 2009 for between $15 and $30.
EB Brands is asking consumers to call the company or visit its Web site to get updated instructions on how to safely inflate the ball. The help line (800) 624-5671) is available between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
On its Web site, EB Brands gives these tips:
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