DICK'S Sporting Goods Recalls Ethos Pull-Up Assist Due To Laceration Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 19-127 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- May 23, 2019
- Brand
- DICK'S Sporting Goods
- Category
- Other consumer products
- Products
- Ethos Pull-Up Assist
- Hazard
- Laceration Hazard
- Hazard type
- Laceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 10,000
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2019
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Ethos Pull-Up Assist · About 10,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: DICK'S Sporting Goods stores nationwide and online at DicksSportingGoods.com from March 2017 through February 2019 for around $35.; Impex Inc., of Pomona, Ca..
Injuries or incidents reported
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.
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.
Recall history and context
DICK'S Sporting Goods appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all DICK'S Sporting Goods recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Ethos Pull-Up Assist (About 10,000 units). This recall involves the Ethos Pull-Up Assist equipment used for assistance during pull ups.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Laceration Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
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.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2019. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.