Cybex International · Recalled
Cybex International Recalls Leg Press Due to Risk of Injury
The weight platform locking mechanism can fail and the backrest can disengage during normal use, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
- Units
- About 430
- Reports
- 4
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $4,035
- Remedy
- Repair
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Affected
This recall involves Cybex model 16110 plate-loaded leg presses used in commercial gyms. The leg presses have a metal frame, an adjustable backrest and can be ordered in a variety of colors. The name "Cybex" is located on the outer left side of the upper frame. The Serial Number label can be found on the lower main frame near the floor and ranges from D072216110 through G091416110.
The file
- Sold at
- Authorized Cybex dealers and distributors nationwide from July 2009 to September 2012 for about $4,035.
- Product type
- Exercise Machines/Equipment
- Made in
- United States
- Recalled by
- Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn.
Incident log
Cybex has received four reports of incidents. No injuries have been reported.
What the notice says to do
Commercial locations should immediately stop using these leg presses until they order and install a free repair kit. Cybex International is contacting its customers directly.
Cybex International; toll-free at (888) 678-3846, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by e-mail at Recall16110@cybexintl.com or online at www.cybexintl.com and click on Service and Support, then Service and then Recalls for more information.
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 DEC 06 2012; last revised JAN 13 2015.