Powertec Recalls to Repair Leverage Gyms Due to Injury Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-08-17). Hazards: injury. Models: WB-LS10, WB-LS10B. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10753 |
| Published | 2010-08-17 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Exercise Machines/Equipment |
| Products | Leverage Gyms |
| Firm named in the title | Powertec |
| Firms | Powertec, of Carson, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Model numbers | WB-LS10, WB-LS10B |
| Hazard classes | injury |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | Fitness equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.powertecfitness.com from October 2009 through February 2010 for about $850. |
Description
This recall involves the Workbench Leverage Gym, 2010 version, which has a lock and load removable bench section opening up the lever area for power exercises such as squats, shrugs and rows. The gym has black upholstery and either a black or yellow frame. The Powertec logo with the Workbench series name is printed on the removable bench. The models affected by this recall are WB-LS10 and WB-LS10-B. Workbench Levergyms™ with model numbers WB-LS10 and WB-LS10B sold after February 2010 are not affected by this recall.
Hazard
Detachment of the exercise workbench from the gym system causes instability, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Remedy
Customers should immediately stop using the product and contact Powertec to receive a free repair kit or to schedule a free repair with an authorized dealer. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product.
Incidents and injuries
No injuries have been reported.
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