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Product recall · CPSCApril 28, 2010Serious
ICON Health & Fitness Inversion Benches
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The ankle clamp can release unexpectedly or the strap used to limit rotation can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fall risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled inversion benches and contact Icon Health & Fitness for a free repair kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact ICON Health & Fitness toll-free at (866) 506-9095 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.iconfitness.com
The product
This recall involves the Nordic Track Revitalize Inversion Bench 2.0 model 831.14895.0, Gold's Gym Inversion System models GGBE0867.0 and GGCCBE0867.0 and Weider Club Inversion System model WEBE0878.0. The model number is located under the backrest of the bench. The inversion systems consist of a frame with a backrest, headrest and leg clamp assembly.
Details
- Units affected
- About 33,000
- Recall date
- April 28, 2010
- Made or distributed by
- ICON Health & Fitness Inc., of Logan, Utah
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- ICON Health & Fitness has received 75 reports of incidents involving the strap breaking or the ankle clamp releasing, including 23 injuries, some of which were to the head and neck.
831.14895.0GGBE0867.0WEBE0878.0
Sporting good stores, Walmart, Sears and other retailers nationwide from April 2008 through February 2009 for between $200 and $300.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “ICON Health & Fitness Recalls Inversion Benches Due to Fall Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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