CPSC recall · Reported December 6, 2012
Cybex International Recalls Leg Press Due to Risk of Injury
The weight platform locking mechanism can fail and the backrest can disengage during normal use, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. recalled This recall involves Cybex model 16110 plate-loaded leg presses used in commercial gyms. ….
Cybex International Recalls Leg Press Due to Risk of Injury was recalled by Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. in December 6, 2012. Reason: The weight platform locking mechanism can fail and the backrest can disengage during normal use, posing a ris…. Remedy: Commercial locations should immediately stop using these leg presses until they order and…. Verify recall #13709 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. issued this CPSC recall-The weight platform locking mechanism can fail and the backrest can disengage during normal use, posing a ris….
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- agency class
- December 6, 2012
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13709 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
This recall involves Cybex model 16110 plate-loaded leg presses used in commercial gyms. The leg presses have a metal frame, an adjustable backrest and can be ordered in a variety of colors. The name "Cybex" is located on the outer left side of the upper frame. The Serial Number label can be found on the lower main frame near the floor and ranges from D072216110 through G091416110.
Reason for recall
The weight platform locking mechanism can fail and the backrest can disengage during normal use, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Remedy, what to do
Commercial locations should immediately stop using these leg presses until they order and install a free repair kit. Cybex International is contacting its customers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13709 |
| Date reported | December 6, 2012 |
| Date initiated | December 6, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 430 |
| 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
Commercial locations should immediately stop using these leg presses until they order and install a free repair kit. Cybex Intern…
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- 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
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