CPSC2014-04-25
Magnum and Matrix Fitness Multi-Station Strength Training Towers Recalled by Johnson Health Tech Due to Injury Hazard
Johnson Health Tech North America, Inc. of Cottage Grove, Wis.
Hazard
The plastic connectors that link the strength training stations' towers can slide out or break, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Owners should immediately prevent people from using the multi-station strength training towers and contact Johnson Health Tech North America to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Magnum Fitness and Johnson Health Tech North America and their dealers nationwide. from December 2008 through July 2013 for the Magnum tower stations and from July 2013 through November 2013 for the Matrix Fitness tower stations, for between $1,800 and $3,800 depending on the type of tower station.
Affected count
About 1,100 strength training towers
Injuries reported
Johnson Health Tech is aware of three incidents where the plastic connectors slid out or broke, one resulting in a laceration near the eye socket.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Magnum and Matrix Fitness 900 Pro Series multi-station strength training towers
Consumer contact
Johnson Health Tech North America toll-free at (866) 218-3674 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.matrixfitness.com and click on Safety Notice at the bottom of the page.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2014/Magnum-and-Matrix-Fitness-Multi-Station-Strength-Training-Towers-Recalled-by-Johnson-Health-TechDon't want to check this manually?
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