Published by Next Review: June 18, 2026
Table Of Contents
- Key Facts
- Latest News & Updates
- What Are Amazon Basics 55 Lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Who May Be Liable?
- Do I Qualify?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions
- References
Key Facts
- Amazon recalled about 2,900 Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells.
- The recall was announced on May 14, 2026.
- The weight plates can fail to engage completely and dislodge from the handle during use.
- Amazon received eight reports of plates not engaging completely and dislodging during use.
- No injuries had been reported at the time of the recall announcement.
Latest News & Updates
May 2026
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Amazon’s recall of Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells due to an impact hazard. Consumers were instructed to stop using the recalled dumbbells immediately and follow Amazon’s refund instructions [1].
What Are Amazon Basics 55 Lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells?
Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells are home fitness weights sold as single units and pairs. The black dumbbells include handles, weight plates, molded plastic trays, and manual adjustment knobs that allow users to adjust the weight from 5 to 55 pounds while the plates are nested in the base.
The recalled dumbbells have manufacturing lot code C250306VJAW5 printed on the outer cardboard packaging box. They were sold on Amazon.com from July 2025 through September 2025 for about $170 to $320.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Weight plates dislodging during use
- Impact injuries to feet, hands, legs, or nearby users
- Bruising, fractures, lacerations, or soft-tissue injuries
How Does the Problem Occur?
The hazard may occur when the weight plates do not fully engage during adjustment. If the plates are not locked properly into the dumbbell handle, they can separate from the handle during lifting and fall onto the user or another person nearby.
Who May Be Affected?
- Consumers who purchased the recalled dumbbells from Amazon.com
- People who used the dumbbells during home workouts
- Household members or bystanders near the product during use
Who May Be Liable?
- Amazon.com Services LLC, the importer identified in the recall
- Manufacturers or entities involved in product design or assembly
- Distributors or sellers, where legally applicable
Do I Qualify?
- Did you purchase Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells?
- Does the packaging show lot code C250306VJAW5?
- Did a weight plate detach or fall during use?
- Did you suffer an injury or financial loss?
- Do you still have the dumbbell, packaging, order record, photos, or medical records?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells Recall | 2026 | CPSC Recall | Refund | About 2,900 units recalled due to impact hazard |
Potential Compensation
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket losses
- Long-term injury-related costs
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the product, purchase history, and injury details.
- Investigation: Evidence such as order records, photos, packaging, and medical records is collected.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if the facts support liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about the product design, warnings, and incident history.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Amazon dumbbells were recalled?
A: The recall involves Amazon Basics 55 lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells with lot code C250306VJAW5.
Q: Why were the Amazon Basics dumbbells recalled?
A: They were recalled because weight plates can fail to engage completely and dislodge from the handle during use.
Q: Were any injuries reported?
A: No injuries had been reported at the time of the CPSC recall announcement.
Q: How many dumbbells were recalled?
A: About 2,900 units were included in the recall.
Q: What should consumers do?
A: Consumers should stop using the recalled dumbbells immediately and follow Amazon’s refund instructions.
Q: Can I file a lawsuit if I was injured?
A: You may have a claim if you used the recalled dumbbells and suffered an injury or financial loss related to the defect.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Amazon-Recalls-Amazon-Basics-55-Lbs-Adjustable-Dumbbells-Due-to-Impact-Hazard
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education
- https://www.saferproducts.gov/