Johnson Health Tech Recalls Matrix Fitness Strength Training Machines Due to Risk of Impact Injury, Laceration and Fall Hazards
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2015-01-22). Hazards: laceration, fall, impact injury. Models: VY-6021, VY-6042, VY-6046, VY-6099. About 140 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 15062 |
| Published | 2015-01-22 |
| Last updated | 2015-01-22 |
| Product category | Exercise |
| Products | Matrix Fitness Varsity series strength training machines |
| Firm named in the title | Johnson Health Tech |
| Firms | JHTNA Manufacturing LLC, of Milwaukee, Wis. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | United States |
| Units (US) | 140 |
| Model numbers | VY-6021, VY-6042, VY-6046, VY-6099 |
| Hazard classes | laceration, fall, impact injury |
| Remedy classes | repair |
| Sold | Johnson Health Tech North America and its fitness equipment dealers nationwide from July 2013 through October 2014 for between $3,300 and $4,000. |
Description
This recall involves five models of the Matrix Fitness series strength training machines with chrome frames, stacked weights, overhead pulleys, and some with black or blue vinyl seats and thigh supports. Models include VY-6021 Lat Pulldown, VY-6042 Bicep/Triceps Press, VY-6046 Lat Pulldown/Low Row, VY-6099 Total Body Trainer, and the J7021 Special Order Lat Pull. "Matrix" and the model number are printed on a white sticker at the base of the machines. They are used in commercial fitness facilities such as health clubs, hotels, apartment complexes and rehabilitation centers, schools and municipal facilities.
Hazard
The handle attachment on the strength training machines can detach during use and hit the user with force and/or cause the user to lose balance and fall. This poses a risk of impact injury, laceration and fall hazards.
Remedy
Owners should immediately prevent people from using the strength training machines and contact Johnson Health Tech North America to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and injuries
Johnson Health Tech is aware of two injuries, including a man who was hit and cut on the head when the handle detached and another man who fell when the handle detached on his machine.
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