Powertec · Recalled
Powertec Recalls to Repair Leverage Gyms Due to Injury Hazard
Detachment of the exercise workbench from the gym system causes instability, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
- Units
- About 1,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $850
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
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.
The file
- Sold at
- Fitness equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.powertecfitness.com from October 2009 through February 2010 for about $850.
- Product type
- Exercise Machines/Equipment
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Powertec, of Carson, Calif.
Incident log
No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
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.
For additional information, call Powertec toll-free at (877) 525-5710 between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email the firm at info@powertecfitness.com or visit the firm's website at www.powertecfitness.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated AUG 17 2010; last revised MAY 23 2014.