Here’s the latest on the Tzumi FitRx dumbbell recall.
- What happened: Tzumi Electronics recalledFitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells after reports that weight plates could dislodge from the handle during use, creating an impact injury hazard. The recall affected models in the FitRx line (notably Quick-Select and related XL/XL Quick-Select variants) sold primarily at Walmart.com or Walmart stores in 2023–2024, with public notices in 2025 and ongoing updates through 2026.
- What’s being done: The recall offers a free repair/replacement program, typically involving a new dumbbell handle and a storage tray, and in some notices customers were instructed to stop using the affected units immediately and register for the remedy. Some agencies also advised marking the product as recalled and disposing of it after replacement confirmation.
- Legal and consumer actions: There have been class action and recall-related lawsuits and consumer protection notices tied to these incidents, including filings alleging defect and inadequate warnings, with multiple outlets providing updates through 2025 and 2026.
- Current status in 2026: Media outlets in early 2026 continued to report on injuries and ongoing recall-related discussions, including updated recall counts and new lawsuits or settlements, though formal remediation typically remains the free replacement/repair offer.
- How to check if your unit is affected: If you own FitRx dumbbells sold around 2023–2024, verify model numbers and serial ranges listed in recall notices (for example, specific Quick-Select 5–52.5 lb and XL 10–90 lb variants), contact Tzumi Electronics for a repair/replacement, and follow recall registration or disposal instructions as directed by the recall notice.
If you’d like, I can pull the exact recall model numbers, serial ranges, and the latest consumer instructions from the official recall notices and summarise them in a quick checklist tailored to your specific unit (e.g., if you have a FitRx Quick-Select 8361 or an XL 9034 variant).
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adjustable dumbbells and contact Tzumi Electronics for a free repair consisting of a new dumbbell handle and storage tray.
www.cpsc.govHazard: Weight plates can dislodge from the dumbbell handle during use, posing an impact hazard to consumers. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adjustable dumbbells and contact Tzumi Electronics for a free repair consisting of a new dumbbell handle and storage tray. Recall date: March 20, 2025
recalls.justia.comTzumi Electronics, Inc. The ClassAction.org Newswire is a free resource for breaking class action lawsuit and settlement news, case updates and more.
www.classaction.orgConsumers should immediately stop using the adjustable dumbbell and contact Tzumi Electronics for a free replacement of the dumbbell and tray. Consumers should write the word “Recalled” across the dumbbell tray using permanent spray paint or marker, register at https://myfitrx.com/recall-52-lbs/ and dispose of the product after registration is confirmed.
www.cpsc.govThe dumbbells may be experiencing a malfunction, and could pose a risk of serious injury to consumers. Learn about a dumbbell lawsuit.
www.johnsonbecker.comDozens of incidents have been reported of the plates coming loose during use, causing injuries varying from broken toes to cuts and bruises.
www.fox4news.comTzumi Electronics has been hit with a class action after roughly 12,400 FitRx adjustable dumbbells were recalled in 2025 due to an apparent impact injury risk.
www.classaction.orgThere have been more than 115 reports of the weight plates dislodging during use.
www.wftv.comRead more on Recall of ‘defective’ FitRx dumbbells isn’t enough, class action lawsuit says in Legal News
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