Product safety reportOPSS
Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip safety warning over an injury risk
Product Safety Report for Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip presenting a serious risk of injuries.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip
- Batch codePrinted on the pack, often next to the date mark. It may start with L or LOT.
- PI-MX251028
- PI:MX-ST260112
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- 11 December 2025 and 7 July 2026
What to do now
Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use.
- Put it out of use now.
- Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
- Because the product was found unsafe on an online marketplace, use the platform’s order page to contact the seller.
- Report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service if the seller does not respond.
Why it matters. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
Getting your money back
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection.
If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2609-0074). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Safety Report for Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip presenting a serious risk of injuries.
The risk
The product presents a risk of injuries because in some cases, the weight collars can fail to grip the dumbbell bar securely during use. This could result in weight plates coming loose or sliding off, particularly under
vertical loading.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
Fittle LTD have launched a modification programme for products in
Advice to consumers
Fittle LTD have launched a modification programme for products in scope of the safety issue. Affected users have been contacted directly with instructions on receiving a replacement collar.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Fittle at: hello@fittle.fit
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2609-0074
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
A weight collar/clip used to secure weights onto a dumbbell or barbell. Sold as part of the Fittle Box (a wooden case containing a dumbell bar, weight plates, and weight collars and clips).
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Questions
Why has Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip been reported?
Fittle Box Weight Collar/Clip could cause injury, for example from sharp edges, parts breaking, or the product failing in use. Products that break, pinch, cut or fail suddenly can cause injuries ranging from cuts to fractures.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the batch code and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Put it out of use now. Check whether the notice offers a repair or replacement part before you discard it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
A product safety report usually means the product was bought online and the marketplace has removed the listing. Ask the seller for a refund through the platform where you bought it; many marketplaces have their own buyer protection. If you paid by credit card and it cost over £100, Section 75 may apply; otherwise your bank may be able to raise a chargeback.
