BETHESDA, MD – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with EB Brands, has announced a voluntary recall of about 3 million fitness balls. When overinflated the balls may unexpectedly burst while in use, causing the user to fall to the floor. EB Brands has received 47 reports of fitness balls unexpectedly bursting, including reports of a fracture and multiple bruises.

This recall involves 55-, 65- and 75-cm diameter size balls sold between May 2000 and February 2009 for $15 to $30. The balls came with a pump and inflation instructions and had the Bally Total Fitness, Everlast or Valeo logo printed on them.

Consumers should contact EB Brands at 800-624-5671 or visit www.ebbrands.com to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely inflate the ball

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