Cybex Recalls Weight-Lifting Equipment Due to Serious Injury Hazards
Product Description
This recall involves the Cybex Smith Press model 5340, manufactured and distributed from 1989 through 1993, and model 5341, manufactured and distributed from 1993 through 2009. The models have a weight bar seated between two parallel vertical tracks on latch pins. The weight bar can be moved up and down to perform upper body and lower body exercises. The equipment is used primarily in fitness facilities. The weight bar was sold with the Smith Press, and the weights were sold separately. The model number is printed on the base of the frame of the Smith Press equipment.
Reason for Recall
The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free repair for model 5341 or a credit or refund of the current value for model 5340. All known purchasers are being contacted by the firm.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn.
- Units Affected
- About 15,000
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