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Weightlifting Bars Recalled by York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking

Reported: August 23, 2006 Initiated: August 23, 2006 #06243

Product Description

This recall involves all 7' Int'l Hard Chrome 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32012 and 32013, 7' Int'l Black Oxide 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32020 and 32021, 7' International Men's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32010 and 6½' International Women's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32011. The bars have split sleeves and YORK is printed on the sleeve assemblies of each bar.

Reason for Recall

Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,300
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Weightlifting-Bars-Recalled-by-York-Barbell-Co-After-Reports-of-Units-Breaking-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves all 7' Int'l Hard Chrome 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32012 and 32013, 7' Int'l Black Oxide 1000 lb. and 1500 lb. test Olympic bars with model number 32020 and 32021, 7' International Men's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32010 and 6½' International Women's Olympic Needle-bearing bars with model number 32011. The bars have split sleeves and YORK is printed on the sleeve assemblies of each bar.. Recalled by York Barbell Company Inc., of York, Pa.. Units affected: About 3,300.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 23, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06243.

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