Searching recalls…
Searching…
Home › Everything else › Perfect Pullup
Product recall · CPSCFebruary 17, 2011Serious
Perfect Pullup
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The plastic handle on the recalled product can crack posing a fall injury hazard for the user.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handles and contact Perfect Fitness to order a free handle replacement kit.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 974-7733 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.perfectonline.com/handleexchange
The product
This recall involves Perfect Pullup, an adjustable height pull-up bar that is installed in a doorway with screw-in holders. The recalled handles have a rectangular shape, are silver colored with a red hook, and display the Perfect Pullup logo in white lettering across the top. The recalled models were manufactured between December 2007 and April 2008.
Details
- Units affected
- About 7,000
- Recall date
- February 17, 2011
- Brand
- Perfect Fitness, of Mill Valley, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- Perfect Fitness received approximately 2,200 reports of cracking of the original handles, with 38 complaints of injuries that included bruises, strains and sprains.
Sporting goods stores nationwide, on their websites and on Amazon.com from January 2008 through present for about $90.
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: “Perfect Pullup Recalled by Perfect Fitness Due to Fall Injury 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.
Filed under: Everything else