Powertec Recalls to Repair Leverage Gyms Due to Injury Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-08-17 · 10753
Hazards
Detachment of the exercise workbench from the gym system causes instability, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Recall
Number
10753
Date
2010-08-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Leverage Gyms
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Powertec, of Carson, Calif.
Retailer(s)
Fitness equipment dealers nationwide and online at www.powertecfitness.com from October 2009 through February 2010 for about $850.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves the Workbench Leverage Gym, 2010 version, which has a lock and load removable bench section opening up the lever area for power exercises such as squats, shrugs and rows. The gym has black upholstery and either a black or yellow frame. The Powertec logo with the Workbench series name is printed on the removable bench. The models affected by this recall are WB-LS10 and WB-LS10-B. Workbench Levergyms™ with model numbers WB-LS10 and WB-LS10B sold after February 2010 are not affected by this recall.