Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported April 26, 2006
CPSC, Hoist Exercise Benches Recalled for Finger Entrapment Hazard
The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab the bench to position themselves to get their fingers entrapped between …
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Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif. recalled The recalled exercise benches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workou… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Hoist Exercise Benches Recalled for Finger Entrapment Hazard was recalled by Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif. in April 26, 2006. Reason: The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab th…. Remedy: Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included …. Verify recall #06149 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab th….
- Moderate
- severity level
- April 26, 2006
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06149 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #06149) was formally reported on April 26, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 48,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab the bench to position themselves to get their fingers entrapped between the front and back frame assemblies. Thi… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included in this recall. If it is, stop using the recalled exercise bench and arrange to receive a free repair kit. Con… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 48,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled exercise benches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workouts. They have white, gray, or black steel bases, with a black vinyl bench seat and backrest. The Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench," "Folding Flat Bench," and "Folding Ab-Crunch Bench" are included in this recall. Although the bench names and model numbers do not appear on the benches, the serial number is located on a white sticker behind the seat of the bench. Only benches with certain serial numbers are included in this recall. Name of Product Model Number Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench" HF-140 HF-142 BodyGear by Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench" BG-141 BG-143 Hoist "Folding Flat Bench" HF-4163 Hoist "Folding Ab-Crunch Bench" HF-4262
Reason for recall
The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab the bench to position themselves to get their fingers entrapped between the front and back frame assemblies. This poses laceration and amputation hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included in this recall. If it is, stop using the recalled exercise bench and arrange to receive a free repair kit. Consumers who own the Hoist "Folding Flat Bench" should contact Hoist to return the bench for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 06149 |
| Date reported | April 26, 2006 |
| Date initiated | April 26, 2006 |
| Recalling firm | Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 48,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included in this recall. If it is, stop using the…
- Check the recall number (06149) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled exercise benches are free-standing and typically used for free weight workouts. They have white, gray, or black steel bases, with a black vinyl bench seat and backrest. The Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench," "Folding Flat Bench," and "Folding Ab-Crunch Bench" are included in this recall. Although the bench names and model numbers do not appear on the benches, the serial number is located on a white sticker behind the seat of the bench. Only benches with certain serial numbers are included in this recall. Name of Product Model Number Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench" HF-140 HF-142 BodyGear by Hoist "5-Position Fold-Up Bench" BG-141 BG-143 Hoist "Folding Flat Bench" HF-4163 Hoist "Folding Ab-Crunch Bench" HF-4262. Recalled by Hoist Fitness Systems Inc., also does business as Body Gear, of San Diego, Calif.. Units affected: About 48,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The bench's front frame assembly (with the foot rest) can fail to lock into place, allowing users who grab the bench to position themselves to get their fingers entrapped between the front and back frame assemblies. This poses laceration and amputation hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should contact Hoist Fitness to see if their bench's serial number is included in this recall. If it is, stop using the recalled exercise bench and arrange to receive a free repair kit. Consumers who own the Hoist "Folding Flat Bench" should contact Hoist to return the bench for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 26, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06149.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (06149) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 26, 2006. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.