CPSC2013-01-16
Powertec Recalls Weight Workbenches Due to Injury Hazard
Powertec, Inc., of Long Beach, Calif.
Hazard
The weld on the backrest adjustment brackets of the weight workbench can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product until they order and install a free safety retrofit repair kit. Consumers can also return the product for a full refund.
Sold at
Specialty fitness stores nationwide and online at www.powertecfitness.com from September 2011 to May 2012 for between $299 and $549.
Affected count
About 565
Injuries reported
Powertec is aware of one incident involving a minor injury.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Weight Workbenches
Consumer contact
To order the free repair kit or for instructions on receiving a full refund, contact Powertec toll-free at (877) 525-5710 any time, send an e-mail to Info@PowertecFitness.com, or visit the firm's website at www.PowertecFitness.com and click on Important Safety Notice.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Powertec-Recalls-Weight-Workbenches-Due-to-Injury-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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