CPSC2006-04-26
CPSC, Hoist Exercise Benches Recalled for Finger Entrapment Hazard
Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif.
Hazard
The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab the bench to position themselves to get their fingers entrapped between the front and back frame assemblies. This poses laceration and amputation hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included in this recall. If it is, stop using the recalled exercise bench and arrange to receive a free repair kit. Consumers who own the Hoist "Folding Flat Bench" should contact Hoist to return the bench for a full refund.
Sold at
Specialty dealer stores and large sporting goods retailers nationwide, from February 2004 through January 2006, for between $100 and $300.
Affected count
About 48,000
Injuries reported
Hoist has received two reports of injury, one consisting of a hand laceration and the other consisting of a partially amputated finger.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Hoist Exercise Benches
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Hoist toll-free at (866) 849-4797 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hoistfitness.com or www.bodygearfitness.com - consumers can also e-mail the firm at benchrecall@hoistfitness.com or benchrecall@bodygearfitness.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Hoist-Exercise-Benches-Recalled-for-Finger-Entrapment-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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