What Happened to Tzumi FitRx SmartBell Dumbbell Recalls?

The history of Tzumi's FitRx SmartBell adjustable dumbbells has been marked by significant safety concerns leading to two separate product recalls. The core issue across both models is the potential for weight plates to unexpectedly dislodge from the dumbbell handle during use, creating a severe impact injury hazard for consumers.

The first recall, announced on March 20, 2025, involved approximately 12,400 units of the FitRx SmartBell XL Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbells (10-90 lbs., Model 9034). These dumbbells were sold exclusively online at Walmart.com from September 2023 through June 2024. At the time of this recall, Tzumi Electronics had received over 60 reports of weight plates detaching, resulting in at least seven reported injuries, including bruises, contusions, and abrasions. The remedy offered for this model was a free repair consisting of a new dumbbell handle and storage tray.

Less than a year later, on April 23, 2026, Tzumi Electronics issued a second, larger recall for about 50,000 units of its FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbells (5-52.5 lbs., Model 8361). These dumbbells were sold at Walmart stores nationwide and on Walmart.com from January 2024 through November 2024. This recall was prompted by more than 115 reports of dislodging plates and at least six injuries, which included more severe incidents like broken toes, bruises, contusions, and lacerations. For this model, Tzumi is offering a free replacement dumbbell and storage tray, requiring consumers to mark the tray as 'Recalled,' register online, and then dispose of the product after confirmation.

The repeated nature of these recalls highlights potential systemic issues in the design or manufacturing quality control of Tzumi's adjustable dumbbell line. Beyond the immediate physical injuries, these incidents have led to legal repercussions. A class-action lawsuit was filed against Tzumi Electronics in April 2025 following the XL dumbbell recall, alleging defective design and failure to warn consumers. As of April 2026, law firms like Johnson//Becker, PLLC are actively accepting new cases for injuries related to the 5-52.5 lbs dumbbells, indicating ongoing legal challenges for Tzumi.

These dumbbell recalls are not isolated incidents for Tzumi Innovations, LLC. The company has faced other product safety and marketing issues, including a $1.5 million settlement with the EPA in June 2022 for selling unregistered antimicrobial products during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a subsequent $2 million class-action settlement in September 2023 over false advertising of these 'Wipe Out!' products. Additionally, in October 2023, Tzumi Electronics and Enchante Accessories settled with the EPA for $1.5 million combined for violations related to misbranded UV devices. These broader issues suggest a pattern of regulatory non-compliance and product safety challenges for the company.