The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16742·Announced 2016-05-10

Cybex Recalls Decline Free Weight Benches Due to Frame Collapse Hazard

Cybex International is recalling approximately 400 decline free weight benches because the frame can collapse forward, posing an impact injury hazard.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (structural collapse) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Cybex International, Inc. is recalling approximately 400 Olympic Decline free weight benches with model numbers 16060, 16061, 16062, and 16063. The recall involves units with serial numbers C1208 through K0915, which were manufactured between December 2008 and September 2015. The benches feature a steel frame and an upholstered pad configured at a 15-degree angle.

The recall was issued because the frame on the bench can collapse forward onto the user, posing an impact injury hazard. The company received 10 reports of frames breaking near the weld point, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled benches were sold directly to gyms nationwide by Cybex's direct sales force or its distributors from December 2008 through September 2015 for about $1,100. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled benches and contact Cybex to arrange a return for a free replacement unit. Cybex is also directly contacting owners of the recalled benches.

The recalled product

Product
Decline free weight benches
Manufacturer
Cybex International, Inc. of Medway, Mass.
Category
Consumer Product — Exercise Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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