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CPSC recall 11320

Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits

On 2016-07-06 the CPSC announced a recall of Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits by Target, citing A black plastic ball attached to the resistance cord's door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

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AgencyCPSC
Recall number11320
ClassificationNot classified
Statusunknown
Initiated2011-09-08
Published2016-07-06
Last updated2026-09-13 11:58 UTC
CompanyTarget
DistributionUS

Product

Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits | This recall involves Embark brand individual resistance cords and cord kits listed below. The resistance bands are made of green, blue or black rubber with black foam handles and a door attachment. A strap of nylon webbing is looped onto the band with a plastic ball attached or encased that serves as a door anchor. "Embark" is printed on either the black strap attached to the foam handle or on the middle of the rubber cord itself. Style Description: Embark Light (tension) Resistance Cord (green) Embark Medium (tension) Resistance Cord (blue) Embark Heavy (tension) Resistance Cord (black) Embark Resistance Cord kit (set of 3 cords in green/blue/black stored in a mesh bag)

Reason

A black plastic ball attached to the resistance cord's door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Status history

No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.

Source

Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Target-Recalls-to-Repair-Embark-Resistance-Cords-Due-to-Injury-Hazard

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