# CPSC, Nautilus Direct Announce Recall of Bowflex Power Pro Fitness Machines
> **CPSC recall** · 2004-01-29 · 04073 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 04073
- **Date:** 2004-01-29
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Bowflex Power Pro XL, XTL and XTLU systems with the "Lat Tower" attachment

## Hazards

First, while being used in the incline position, the machine's backboard bench can unexpectedly collapse and break, posing a risk of injury to the user. Second, the "Lat Tower," can rotate forward and fall during use, posing a risk of injury to the user.

## Retailer(s)

Infomercials and specialized retail stores nationwide sold the fitness machines, from January 1995 through December 2003, for between $1,200 and $1,600.

## Country of manufacture

China; Taiwan; United States

## Description

The recalled fitness machines are the Bowflex Power Pro XL, XTL and XTLU systems with the "Lat Tower" attachment. The "Lat Tower" attaches to the back of the bench, and has pull-down pulleys attached. The name "Bowflex" and the model name are printed on the front of the machine. The machine has 10 to 14 resistance rods that extend about 48 inches high and a backboard bench that is about 36 inches long.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Nautilus-Direct-Announce-Recall-of-Bowflex-Power-Pro-Fitness-Machines-)
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