Amazon Recalls Amazon Basics 55 Lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells Due to Impact Hazard
The hazard
The weight plates can fail to engage completely during weight adjustment and dislodge from the dumbbell handle when used, posing an impact hazard.
Incidents reported: Amazon received eight reports of weight plates not engaging completely during weight adjustment and dislodging during use. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the recalled dumbbell immediately and follow Amazon's instructions for a full refund. Upon registration at https://amazondumbbellrecall.expertinquiry.com, consumers will be provided with a prepaid shipping label to return the dumbbell handle to Amazon. Upon receipt, consumers will be issued a full refund to the original payment method or in the form of an Amazon gift card.
Contact: Amazon toll-free at 877-551-7153 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://amazondumbbellrecall.expertinquiry.com or www.Amazon.com and click on "Recalls and Product Safety Alerts" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC
Full official description
This recall involves the Amazon Basics 55 Lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells. The dumbbells were sold in pairs and single units in the color black and include handles, weight plates and a molded plastic tray. The dumbbells adjust from 5 to 55 pounds using manual adjustment knobs while the weights are nested in the base. The manufacturing lot code C250306VJAW5 is printed on the outer cardboard packaging box.