Product Recall Number: 99-068
Why was Weight Benches recalled?
The benches have a metal hinge that can break causing a sudden shift of the bench. The shift can cause the user to lose control of weights being lifted and result in injury.
Product Recall Number: 99-068
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 1999-02-22
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Weight Benches
Description: PRODUCT: Weight Benches - Spectrum Fitness, of Loveland, Ohio, is recalling 350 Multi-Purpose Weight Benches, model number NG-14 N. The model number can be found on a silver label on the bench's slanted support bar. These weight benches have white metal frames, and black seats and cushions. Fitness and sporting goods stores sold the benches nationwide from January 1998 to October 1998 for about $265. PROBLEM: The benches have a metal hinge that can break causing a sudden shift of the bench. The shift can cause the user to lose control of weights being lifted and result in injury. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: Spectrum Fitness has received two reports from consumers who reported the hinge breaking and shift occurring. One of the reports involved a back injury. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using the bench immediately and call toll free (800) 720-7810 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST Monday through Friday to obtain a free repair kit and instructions, or a refund.
Hazard Description: The benches have a metal hinge that can break causing a sudden shift of the bench. The shift can cause the user to lose control of weights being lifted and result in injury.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Refund, Repair
Units: 350
Incidents: None Listed
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bench immediately and call Spectrum Fitness to obtain a free repair kit and instructions, or a refund.
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