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InjuryMay 23, 2019CPSC #19127

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

Product
Other Products
Units affected
10,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

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.

Hazard

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

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.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • DICK'S Sporting Goods stores nationwide and online at DicksSportingGoods.com from March 2017 through February 2019 for around $35.

Photos

DICK'S Sporting Goods recalled productEthos Pull Up Assist in use
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