The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Sept. 3, 2020, that Decathlon USA is recalling Domyos Swiss Balls due to an injury hazard. Consumers should stop using the balls and contact Decathlon for a refund in the form of store credit.
How to tell if you have it
- Brand: Decathlon
- Product: Domyos Swiss Balls (also referred to as pilates balls or gymnastics gymballs)
- Model numbers: 8529175, 8529176 and 8529177
- Colors: blue, bordeaux, and gray
- Diameter: 21.65 inches to 29.53 inches
- Weight: between 10.6 and 10.9 ounces
- Sold at: Decathlon stores nationwide and online at www.decathlon.com from February 2019 through March 2020 for about $20
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swiss balls and contact Decathlon for a refund in the form of a store credit for the amount equal to the purchase price. Decathlon is contacting all known purchasers directly. Consumers may also call Decathlon USA toll-free at 866-480-3565 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.decathlon.com and click on Product Recalls.
The hazard
According to the CPSC, the recalled exercise balls can unexpectedly burst, causing the user to fall to the floor, posing an injury hazard. Decathlon USA has received 26 reports of the balls unexpectedly bursting, resulting in six injuries worldwide, including bruises, scratches, and fractures. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the U.S.