Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 29, 2018
Cybex Recalls Weight-Lifting Equipment Due to Serious Injury Hazards
The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.
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Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. recalled This recall involves the Cybex Smith Press model 5340, manufactured and distributed from … - a moderate-severity action.
Cybex Recalls Weight-Lifting Equipment Due to Serious Injury Hazards was recalled by Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. in August 29, 2018. Reason: The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex fo…. Verify recall #18211 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user..
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 29, 2018
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18211 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18211) was formally reported on August 29, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 15,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user. 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 immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free repair for model 5341 or a credit or refund of the current value for m… - 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.
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Affected scope
About 15,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the Cybex Smith Press model 5340, manufactured and distributed from 1989 through 1993, and model 5341, manufactured and distributed from 1993 through 2009. The models have a weight bar seated between two parallel vertical tracks on latch pins. The weight bar can be moved up and down to perform upper body and lower body exercises. The equipment is used primarily in fitness facilities. The weight bar was sold with the Smith Press, and the weights were sold separately. The model number is printed on the base of the frame of the Smith Press equipment.
Reason for recall
The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free repair for model 5341 or a credit or refund of the current value for model 5340. All known purchasers are being contacted by the firm.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18211 |
| Date reported | August 29, 2018 |
| Date initiated | August 29, 2018 |
| Recalling firm | Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn. |
| Affected scope | About 15,000 |
| 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 immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free …
- Check the recall number (18211) 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? ▼
This recall involves the Cybex Smith Press model 5340, manufactured and distributed from 1989 through 1993, and model 5341, manufactured and distributed from 1993 through 2009. The models have a weight bar seated between two parallel vertical tracks on latch pins. The weight bar can be moved up and down to perform upper body and lower body exercises. The equipment is used primarily in fitness facilities. The weight bar was sold with the Smith Press, and the weights were sold separately. The model number is printed on the base of the frame of the Smith Press equipment.. Recalled by Cybex International Inc., of Owatonna, Minn.. Units affected: About 15,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The weight bar can fall, posing serious injury hazards to the user.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the weight-lifting equipment and contact Cybex for instructions on how to receive a free repair for model 5341 or a credit or refund of the current value for model 5340. All known purchasers are being contacted by the firm.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 29, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18211.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18211) 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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