Weightlifting Bars Recalled by York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2006-08-23). Models: 32012, 32013, 32020, 32021, 32010, 32011. About 3,300 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 06243 |
| Published | 2006-08-23 |
| Last updated | 2024-07-15 |
| Product category | Exercise Machines/Equipment |
| Products | Olympic Weightlifting Bars |
| Firm named in the title | York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking |
| Firms | York Barbell Company Inc., of York, Pa. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 3,300 |
| Model numbers | 32012, 32013, 32020, 32021, 32010, 32011 |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Fitness wholesalers and retailers nationwide from November 2005 through July 2006 for between $200 and $500. |
Description
This recall involves all 7' Int'l Hard Chrome 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32012 and 32013, 7' Int'l Black Oxide 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32020 and 32021, 7' International Men's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32010 and 6½' International Women's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32011. The bars have split sleeves and YORK is printed on the sleeve assemblies of each bar.
Hazard
Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
York Barbell has received two reports of bars breaking under the pressure of significant weight. No injuries have been reported.
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